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aboriginal youth justice worker
2 weeks ago
Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative – Justice & Community Services now has the following vacancy at our Shepparton site.
Aboriginal Youth Justice Worker
Full Time, 38 hours per week – Ongoing
This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated position, classified under Section 12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act This employment opportunity is only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
About the Role
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the Aboriginal Youth Justice Worker provides culturally specific support to Aboriginal young people involved in or at risk of entering the youth justice system. The role works with clients, families, and community to strengthen cultural identity, address complex needs, and build on strengths and aspirations.
This includes developing and implementing cultural, recreational, and educational programs; supporting Aboriginal Cultural Support Plans; advocating for clients across service systems; and liaising with key stakeholders such as DJCS, DFFH, police, legal services, and community agencies. Services are delivered to meet performance targets under program funding requirements.
About You
To be successful, you must have the following knowledge and skills.
Qualifications and Registrations:
- Tertiary qualification in Youth Work, Community Services or a related discipline, or willingness to obtain.
Knowledge and skills:
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal Community, both society and culture and the issues impacting on it.
Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of key factors associated with rates of over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in the criminal justice system, including the impacts of modern disadvantage and intergenerational effects.
Demonstrated experience in case management: managing a case load, case planning and assisting clients with implementing case plan goals, including clients who have complex support needs.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proven ability to function both independently and within a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and service providers.
Highly developed organisation skills and a demonstrated capacity to work flexibly and within timeframes.
Demonstrated high level of computer literacy including maintaining a computer-based diary management system to enable effective and informedclient bookings.
What Rumbalara Offer:
- Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award Level 4 - Pay Point 1-4
(based on qualifications and experience).
Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part-time or Full-time employees.
Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of
NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance where applicable.
Professional development opportunities and support you to grow in your career.
Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
Access to fleet vehicles to carry out daily tasks where applicable.
To ensure a safe and supportive environment, successful applicants must undergo comprehensive reference checks and provide a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination status.
To apply, please submit the following:
- An up-to-date Resume
A cover letter outlining:
Who your mob/clan is
- A summary of your relevant experience and/or qualifications.
Provide a written response to the following questions
Describe your experience supporting Aboriginal young people involved in, or at risk of entering, the youth justice system. How did you address their cultural and spiritual needs while supporting their rights and choices?
Provide an example of how you have managed conflict or a challenging situation with a client, family, or service provider, and explain the outcome.
Explain how you ensure client records, case notes, and assessments meet organisational, legislative, and confidentiality requirements.
Applications close: Sunday 7th September 2025
This is an "Indigenous Only" role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010, Section 12.
