Position number: 014467 Work type: Permanent - Full Time This is a permanent, full time vacancy. Are you interested in variety? Do you like a hands-on role that makes a difference to the community you live in? About Justice When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with. About the role The Youth Justice Services Division is responsible for the safety, security and rehabilitation of young people both in the community and custody. Its core objective is to reduce reoffending among young people through programs and services for young people on orders in the community and programs and services in custody; services to divert young people away from the criminal justice system. The key role of the Community Work Officer is to work with young people subject to community work obligations or orders issued by sentencing and releasing authorities. The Community Work Officer works with the aim of ensuring that young people in their care satisfy the requirements of their community work obligations according to legislation and Departmental policy in a manner that the young people make reparation to the community through the work undertaken, retain a sense of dignity and self-worth, and where possible, have an opportunity to develop new skills that contribute to their rehabilitation. The Community Work Officer is also required to: Supervise young people on community work projects in order to achieve compliance with community-based order requirements; this may include transporting young people to and from the work project and working alongside young people to increase their motivation. Demonstrate a sound understanding of youth developmental stages and ability to adapt work tasks suitable to the individual developmental needs of the young person. Adhere to Youth Justice Services procedures, in particular those associated with the management of young people undertaking community work activities. Travel may be required to be undertaken including overnight stays so there is a requirement for Community Work Officers to drive vehicles (including 4WD) with manual transmissions and as such, a current manual driver's licence (class C) must be held when working across the State. There may also be a requirement to travel via airplane including light aircraft. To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia. In accordance with the National Child Safety Principles, people who work directly with children and young people must have a current Working with Children Check or be able to successfully apply for one to be eligible for appointment to this position. Applicants for this position must also: Have attained or be able to attain prior to appointment a Senior First Aid Accreditation. Have successfully completed or be able to successfully complete (prior to appointment) Safety Awareness Training (White Card). Benefits and opportunities Flexible working arrangements Career pathway opportunities Learning and development opportunity programs Application process How to apply Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application. We require you to submit: Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements. Contact details of two (2) work-related referees. All remaining Job Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process. Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months in the Mid West Gascoyne Region. Equity and diversity The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the 'Further Information' section. For further job-related information If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Darrin Pike, Team Leader on (08) 9920 8600 for a confidential discussion. Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this advertisement. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr