Administration Officer

Provide administration support to our Justice Programs based in Dandenong.
- Be part of an organisation that makes a difference in the community
- Part time (0.4 EFT) position
- Dandenong location

About the organisation

Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential.

Since 1977, we’ve provided services in some of the most disadvantaged in our community.

We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.

About the program

The Justice Programs South East provide holistic support service for adults and young people involved in the justice system or who are exiting adult prisons &/or Youth Justice centres, who are assessed as high risk/need, with limited social and family networks, limited accommodation and post release support options and experiencing multiple and complex health problems.

Brosnan staff deliver quality programs in a manner that reflects the social justice principles of participation, equity, access and respect.

Services include: intensive outreach support, case management, supported accommodation, drug and alcohol counselling, recreation programs and employment/training programs.

Brosnan Services contributes to many regional and state-wide advisory forums and networks and assists in a more comprehensive approach to justice through partnerships with Government agencies and other service providers and to legislation, policy development and advocacy.

**South East Programs Justice and Co-located Programs**
- Youth Justice Community Support Service_

Intensive support and case management for young people at risk of entering custody or exiting Youth Justice Centres.
- Community Connections Mentoring_

Connecting young people who are living in or have lived in out-of-home care with a volunteer mentor from the community.
- Dandenong Casey Crime Prevention Project (PIVOT)_

PIVOT is part of the Victorian Government’s response to youth offending, particularly recidivist offending, tackling the issue through the proven strategy of strengthening the ability of local communities intervening early and diverting young people from criminal behaviour.
- Community Justice Programs_

A range restorative practice programs based targeted at young people in the justice system, families and schools.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced staff member to join our South East team, to provide administration support to our programs based in Dandenong.

Our programs provide intensive support, mentoring and restorative approaches for young people and ensures young people referred to programs are; are linked to family, community and culture, have pathways to economic participation and have access to a range of supports and services in relation to health, housing and developmental needs.

Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing professional and career development.
- Customer service oriented.
- Friendly, mature-minded, personable manner.
- Demonstrated computer literacy with sound knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness and ability to take on new tasks as required.
- Demonstrated capacity to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Understanding and sympathy with the mission and ethos of Jesuit Social Services
- Previous experience working with a not for profit is desirable
- Current driver’s licence
- Valid Police Check and Working with Children Check card

What Jesuit Social Services can offer you
- A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
- Ongoing role related training and development
- An organisation that lives their values, through our day to day work
- A welcoming and supportive environment
- Employee assistance program
- A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
- Generous leave