Youth Justice Officer
Core
Facilitate sustainable change for young people involved in or at risk of the Youth Justice System by assessing risks, developing safety plans, and connecting families with services.
Role type
Youth Justice Officer (Social Work/Case Management)
Builds
Individual case plans, safety plans, and coordinated support networks for youth and families
Domain
Youth Justice, Child Protection, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community services
Required skills
Risk assessment, case plan development, advocacy, referral coordination, trauma-informed support, cultural safety, stakeholder collaboration, report writing
Preferred skills
Tertiary qualifications in Social Work/Psychology, experience with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, knowledge of Child Protection legislation
Technologies
Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Undertake holistic assessments for young people, develop and monitor individual case plans, provide advocacy and referrals to community services, coordinate with police and health providers, maintain confidential case notes, engage with Elders and cultural supports
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC