Posted: 14/07/2026
Closing Date: 02/08/2026
Job Type: Contract
Location: Dandenong
Job Category: Community Services and Development
Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.
We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.
About the program
Youth Justice Community Support Service
The YJCSS is an integrated approach to the provision of intensive support and services to Youth Justice Clients to complement the statutory case management undertaken by Youth Justice Units. This service model has been developed recognising that Youth Justice Clients present with a range of complex and varied needs that require an individualised service response. The YJCSS aims to;
- reduce the rate, severity, and frequency of offending behaviour,
- to enable effective transition of young people from intensive tertiary services to their community and
- to develop their capacity for economic participation and engagement in education, training and employment.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced staff member to join our YJCSS team. The role will predominately work business hours but may require occasional evening work. The position is based in Dandenong but may need to work across metropolitan Melbourne depending on demand.
Our programs provide intensive support and/or mentoring to young people and ensures young people referred to the program are; are linked to family, community and culture, have pathways to economic participation and have access to a range of supports and services in relation to health, housing and developmental needs.
Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing professional and career development as well as opportunities for personal growth.
Full time role (1 EFT)
Fixed term contract until 30 June 2027
What Jesuit Social Serviced can offer you
- An organisation that lives its values, through its day to day work
- A welcoming and supportive relational environment
- A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
- Ongoing training and development related to your role
- Employee assistance program
- A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
- Generous leave
About you
This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:
- Demonstrated skills and experience in working effectively with young people experiencing substance misuse, homelessness, mental health concerns, violent or aggressive behaviours and other complex problems that may result in offending behaviour.
- Experience in, and/or knowledge of, the Youth Justice and Adult Justice system, relevant legislation, processes and procedures and the ability to establish, and maintain positive and productive working arrangements with a range of stakeholders; both Government and non-Government.
- A practice framework that is evidence based, along with a sound knowledge of service responses and interventions that impact positively on a young person’s development.
- Ability to make timely, sound decisions about interventions required, and consult with others for the purposes of assessment and decision-making in the best interests of the young person.
- Capacity to work flexible hours which may include occasional after-hours, in accordance with the hours of operation of the service (currently 8.00 am to 10.30 p.m.)
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Capacity to fulfil reporting and administrative requirements associated with the position
- Understanding and sympathy with the mission and ethos of Jesuit Social Services
- Valid Police Check and Working with Children Check card.
How to apply
- Upload your resume and cover letter incorporating your responses to the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.
- For further information please contact Cameron Rock, Coordinator YJCSS on 0447 935 808.
Applications close at 5.00pm Sunday 2 August 2026.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the closing date may be subject to change without notice.
Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.
We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.
Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
