Job Description
Location: Western Region | Ballarat
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Justice and Community Safety
Salary: $72,721 - $89,292
Occupation: Prison and Corrective Services
Reference: DJCS/0631_NOV24
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. 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 Youth Justice Team provides community-based supervision and a range of case management and support services for young people who are appearing before, or have been sentenced by, the Children's Court, Children's Koori Court and adult criminal courts.
About the Role:
Case Managers supervise and provide support to clients subject to Youth Justice court orders. Key responsibilities include:
* Provide day-to-day statutory supervision and case management of young people with complex needs
* Provide holistic support to increase young people's opportunities of enhanced quality of life and community inclusion
* Implementation and review client service plans, programs and services
About you:
* An understanding of the youth justice system and the principles underpinning relevant legislation.
* An understanding of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 and associated policies.
* Demonstrates an interest in and appreciation of a range of different cultures.
A full driver's licence and Working with Children Check (WWCC) is mandatory for this role.
For more details on the position please review the position description attached or contact:
* Sarah McMahon on 0437756454 or via sarah.a.mcmahon@Justice.vic.gov.au
Why work with us?
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we provide every person with the means to achieve their potential through ongoing learning and development opportunities in a diverse, equitable and supportive environment.
How to apply:
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks, and misconduct screening.
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people.
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