Youth Officer - Riverina Youth Justice Centre (Wagga Wagga)
* Shift work covering 24/7
* Paid training and development
* Casual rate of $33.79 + casual loading per hour with future potential of salary package from $67,006 to $76,857 p.a., superannuation, plus shift allowances and penalty rates as applicable
* Apply now and start in March 2025
* Applications close at 11.59pm on 17th November 2024
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply
Who we’re looking for
We are seeking people with life skills who can communicate well, remain calm under pressure and want to help young offenders make better choices. The roles include positive leadership and supervision while assisting in the care, development and security of young people in custody in NSW.
About the role
Youth Officers supervise and work with young people in Youth Justice Centres across NSW. It is a shift-work based role which includes night shifts and weekend work. Youth Officers are frontline staff and work within the secure residential units of a Youth Justice Centre.
The role offers:
* A culturally diverse workplace with equal opportunity
* Access to staff benefits
* Supportive team environment
* 5 weeks of full-time training to prepare you for entry-level duties
* A job that gives back to the community
* Help young people reintegrate back into society
As a Youth Officer you will:
* Supervise young people in custody and ensure all their needs such as health, hygiene and wellbeing are met on a daily basis
* Respond to challenging situations
* Maintain a safe and secure environment for the young people and staff within the centre
* Proactively avert risk and solve problems
* Be a positive role model who is willing to reinforce boundaries
* Work in accordance with relevant department legislation, policies and procedures
* Follow a structured routine and help young people adjust to the routine by role modelling and demonstrating expectations
* Communicate well and find common ground with others
* Remain calm in high pressure situations
* Be energetic and enjoy working as part of a team
* Be willing to facilitate and participate in programs to develop the skills of young people
* Be confident in managing conflict in a high pressure and fast paced environment
* Be resilient and flexible in your approach to working with others
Requirements of the role
* Possession of a minimum Provisional 2 NSW driver's licence
* National Background Police Check
* Medical and Fitness Assessment to determine that you are fit to safely carry out the duties of the role without significant risk to yourself or others
* NSW Working with Children Check Clearance
* Possession or willingness to obtain the 'Provide First Aid Certificate' (HLTAID003)
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Availability to complete 5 weeks of full-time training to prepare you for entry level duties – the Induction Training and Assessment Program (ITAP). The next intake will start in March 2025.
* You must pass the assessments during these initial 5 weeks of full-time training to be declared as ready for entry-level duties.
How to apply
For your application to be considered, you must:
* Ensure that you have read the Role Description
* Check that you are able to meet the requirements for the role listed above
* Click the 'apply' button to submit your application
* Ensure you answer all the pre-screening questions
* Attach the following -
* An updated resume of no more than three (3) pages which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to the position.
* A cover letter of no more than one (1) page introducing yourself and explaining your interest in the role.
* Working with Children Check (WWCC) and First Aid certificate if you already have them.
Key Dates
* Closing Date for applications is Sunday 17 November 2024 at 11:59PM
* You may then be invited to participate in an interview and assessment process which will be held in late November.
If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Olivia Alipalo via careers@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months. For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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