Youth Justice Worker
2 days ago
**Right now, we are recruiting for part-time and full-time roles at our purpose built Cherry Creek youth justice precinct close to Werribee with full operations scheduled to begin in May.**
As a youth justice worker, you'll empower young people in custody to steer their lives in a positive direction by acting as part of an extended network of care, helping them work to a daily structure, achieve key goals and develop life skills.
Youth justice workers at Cherry Creek also act as keyworkers in a young persons' care team to support rehabilitative outcomes.
We look for:
- **passion and empathy** - the willingness to work with children and young people while still setting boundaries
- **life experience** - the ability to adapt and manage challenging situations
- **dedication and resilience** - maintaining positivity and commitment even after setbacks
- **teamwork** - the ability to be a natural team player and work well with a close team
- **verbal and written communication skills** - report writing will be part of your job
- **pro-activity** - the skill for solving challenges and complex issues with bright ideas.
We also value qualifications or experience in the following areas:
- **case management, youth work, community services, social studies, education, criminology or allied health practices such as psychology, speech pathology, occupational therapy, mental health, psychiatric nursing or alcohol and other drugs.**_
Applications are now open so join our brand new team today and help create change from the inside out.
**Career information sessions**
It's a great opportunity to ask questions about day-to-day work at our youth justice precincts and the career pathways available.
**Salary**: Up to $92,712.00 per year
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