Youth Justice Caseworker - Kempsey Youth Justice Community Office, Youth Justice

dcj.nsw.gov.au

Kempsey, NSW, AU
Base: $107,131 - $116,969 py; bonus/equity: not sp...
On-site
Case management activities
Risk and needs assessment
Collaboration with government and non-government stakeholders
As a Youth Justice Caseworker, you will provide a range of quality services to young people and their families aimed at reducing re-offending and supporting reintegration into the community

Job Summary

  • As a Youth Justice Caseworker, you will provide a range of quality services to young people and their families aimed at reducing re-offending and supporting reintegration into the community.
  • The role offers a challenging and rewarding career with a flexible, autonomous work environment, competitive pay, and opportunities for training and development.
  • The Department of Communities and Justice values inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage, and integrity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

Matching Summary

As a Youth Justice Caseworker, you will provide a range of quality services to young people and their families aimed at reducing re-offending and supporting reintegration into the community.

Salary

Base: $107,131 - $116,969 pa; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Case management activities
  • Risk and needs assessment
  • Collaboration with government and non-government stakeholders
  • Offence focused intervention programs
  • Behaviour management strategies
  • Compliance with departmental policies

Nice-to-have

  • Reflective practice among staff
  • Culturally safe engagement
  • Flexible and adaptable work approach
  • Supportive of therapeutic goals
  • Community reintegration focus

Key Requirements

  • Diploma or higher tertiary qualification in relevant field
  • Current NSW Working with Children Clearance
  • Current NSW Driver’s Licence
  • Willingness to travel regionally and rurally
  • National Criminal History Record Check (may be required)

Work Rights

Not specified

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