Division: Corporate ServicesLocation: Wagga Wagga, NSW, AU, 2650Apply for Casual, Temporary and Ongoing (full-time) positionsPaid training and developmentCasual rate of $35.14+ casual loading per hour, ORSalary package from $69,686 to $77,795 p.a., superannuation, plus shift allowances and penalty rates as applicableThis recruitment is for the late April intakeApplications close on Sunday, 23rd February 2025 at 11.59pmTargeted RecruitmentThe Department of Communities and Justice acknowledges the importance of lived experience and how it contributes to the valuable work we do with the community. We strongly encourage and support applications from people who are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. While applications from people with diverse cultural backgrounds are welcome, once we have determined through merit-based assessment which candidates meet the pre-established standards of the role, we will select the candidate who is also of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (as appropriate).Who were looking forWe 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 Youth Justice NSWYouth Justice NSW is a division of the Department of Communities and Justice within the Stronger Communities NSW cluster. Formerly known as Juvenile Justice, Youth Justice NSW supervises and provides custodial and community-based services for young offenders under the Children (Detention Centres) Act, 1987. There are six Youth Justice centres across NSW which accommodate young offenders and offer health, educational and spiritual services, including individual case management, specialised counselling, and training in job and living skills. There are also 34 Youth Justice community offices that provide community-based intervention for young people who are at risk of reoffending. Youth Justice NSW aims to work with young people to reduce their reoffending, rehabilitate and return them to society.About Riverina Youth Justice CentreOpened in 1984, Riverina Youth Justice Centre is one of six Youth Justice centres across NSW. Riverina accommodates up to 45 low to medium risk males, predominately from the Riverina and South-Western areas of NSW, and offers a range of services, programs and interventions to address individual needs and reduce offending. Many of these young people come from traumatic backgrounds and can display unpredictable behaviour.About the roleYouth 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 opportunityAccess to staff benefitsSupportive team environment5 weeks of full-time training to prepare you for entry-level dutiesA job that gives back to the communityAs 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 basisRespond to challenging situationsMaintain a safe and secure environment for the young people and staff within the centreProactively avert risk and solve problemsBe a positive role model who is willing to reinforce boundariesWork in accordance with relevant department legislation, policies and proceduresFollow a structured routine and help young people adjust to the routine by role modelling and demonstrating expectationsCommunicate well and find common ground with othersRemain calm in high pressure situationsBe energetic and enjoy working as part of a teamBe willing to facilitate and participate in programs to develop the skills of young peopleBe confident in managing conflict in a high pressure and fast paced environmentBe resilient and flexible in your approach to working with othersRequirements of the roleMeet citizenship or residency requirementsPossession of a minimum Provisional 2 NSW driver''s licenceNational Background Police CheckMedical and Fitness Assessment to determine that you are fit to safely carry out the duties of the role without significant risk to yourself or othersNSW Working with Children Check ClearancePossession or willingness to obtain the ''Provide First Aid Certificate'' (HLTAID011)Good verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work in a team environmentAvailability 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 late April 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 applyFor your application to be considered, you must:Check that you are able to meet the requirements for the role listed aboveClick the ''apply'' button to submit your applicationEnsure you answer all the pre-screening questionsAttach 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.Drivers licence (NSW P2 or above)Working with Children Check (WWCC) and First Aid Certificate if you already have them.Eligible applicants will be invited to participate in an interview and assessment process which is due to be held in early March.For more information about the role or what its like to work for DCJ, please contact Olivia Alipalo on 0473 430 764 or via careers@dcj.nsw.gov.auIf youve 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.auInclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruitWe 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.Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Youth Officer - Riverina Youth Justice Centre (Wagga Wagga)