At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
- Multiple roles available based in based in Melbourne CBD earning $97,429 to $109,593 per year, plus superannuation
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Provide sound, quality advice to the courts relating to criminal proceedings of young people
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Help promote contribute to the rehabilitation of individuals leading to greater community safety
As a Youth Justice Court Advice Worker provides expert advice to courts, other professionals, services and young people and their families, in relation to criminal proceedings involving young people. The Youth Justice Court Advice Worker forms part of the Youth Justice Court Advice Service (YJCAS) representing Youth Justice, provide advice to the court and stakeholders, and delivering assessments and interventions when required.
This role will require in-person presence at any Courts requiring Youth Justice representation. The role also provides operational support on Court advice matters to regional Youth Justice teams as needed.
You will:
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Provide timely written and verbal advice to the Court, ensuring all advice is accurate and aligned with legislation and Youth Justice policy.
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Support clients with complex needs by providing holistic and comprehensive services to increase their opportunities of enhanced quality of life, community inclusion and rehabilitative prospects. This includes case management, undertaking complex assessments, writing reports, leading a care team, implementing and reviewing plans and goal setting, monitoring progress, advocacy, referrals and other activities as required.
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Communicate respectfully with young people and their families, clearly explaining court processes, legislation, departmental policies and procedures, using trauma-informed and culturally safe practices.
Positions available:
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1x Ongoing
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1x Fixed Term to April 2027
You should hold a relevant qualification in social work, youth work, psychology, human services, criminology or criminal justice. You will also need a full driver's licence and maintain a current Employee Working with Children Check.
You should also have:
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Knowledge and understanding of the youth justice system, including the principles and philosophy underpinning relevant legislation, polices and guidelines
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Understanding of case management and case work principles, including the application of assessment frameworks and interventions tailored to the needs of young people
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Strong understanding of court practices and procedures
To learn even more about what we look for in Youth Justice Court Advice Workers, please read the position description or contact:
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Bridget McGeoch – Youth Justice Team Manager, Central Courts on 0408 648 713 or email bridget.[email protected]
Stage 1: Application screening – we will carefully review your application documents on a regular basis. You can expect timely communication from us regarding the status of your application.
Stage 2: Video interview (15 minutes) – you will be asked to record video response to some questions that will help us understand your background, motivations and initial fit with youth justice.
Stage 3: Assessment centre (90 minutes) - This will involve a case study and panel behavioural interview.
Stage 4: Application mandatory checks – Should you progress past the assessment centre, you will be requir ed to provide two referee details and are required to provide a copy of your current Employee Working with Children Check card. You will also be required to complete Security Checks which include a National Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and an Australian Entitlement to Work Check via Fit2work.
Stage 5: Offer - If you have successfully made it here, expect to hear about an offer from Recruitment and the next steps for bringing you on board.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy at https://www.justice.vic.gov.au/careers/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-employment.
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
