Youth Officer

• Must identify as Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander
• Increase your take-home pay & reduce tax with our salary packaging.
• $82,193 - $90,001 - Relative to your previous experience

Job: | Full-Time | Fixed-Term (June 2026) | Redfern, NSW

Please note that due to the criticality of this role to our organisation, we will move at a pace through our recruitment process. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP. The role will close when an offer is accepted by a suitable candidate.

This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

The Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) was established in a critical act of self-determination over 50 years ago as part of the Aboriginal rights protest movement. We provide high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout NSW and the ACT, and fight for social justice and equity for our communities.

What Will You Do?

In this role, you will be an integral and valued member of a highly skilled and high-performing Bail Advocacy Program within the Children's Criminal Law Practice. In this role, you will support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and young people in the justice system by providing practical assistance and working with solicitors to reduce avoidable remand. Build strong partnerships with community organisations, government agencies, and justice stakeholders and:

• Provide culturally appropriate support, referrals, and basic legal information to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children, young people, and their families.
• Assist clients with practical needs such as transport to court, police stations, and appointments, and provide brokerage support.
• Liaise with external agencies and follow up on referrals to ensure coordinated client support.
• Attend homes and community locations to locate clients, deliver services, and support communication with legal representatives.
• Support solicitors by attending court, maintaining client files, managing court diaries, and recording statistical information.
• Uphold ALS policies, confidentiality, and professional standards, while demonstrating commitment to ALS values and the Code of Conduct.

Who Are We Looking For?

A highly skilled and motivated individual with a thorough understanding of the cultural, social, and historical needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You will be able to demonstrate:

• Identify as and is accepted by the community as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Experience supporting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and young people, including those who are part of the LGBTIQ+ community or living with a disability.
• Strong cultural awareness and respect for Aboriginal cultural practices in service delivery and community engagement.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, including community education delivery and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Current NSW driver's licence, ability to travel, and competency in using digital systems and technology.
• Desirable: Having a certificate IV in Youth Work, Community Services or similar and previous experience working in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community-based organisation.

Why Join Us?

At ALS, you can discover a fulfilling career that truly makes an impact in the community. We also offer our staff a range of generous benefits including:

• Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax burden, which means you get to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%, ensuring that you are rewarded for your time off and can enjoy a well-deserved break.
• Career and professional development opportunities

At ALS, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safe recruitment practices. Therefore, it is essential that candidates either possess or have the capacity to obtain a current and valid Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check for this role.

We are focused to providing equal opportunities to all candidates. If you identify as a person with a disability and need any adjustments or support with your application including throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by reaching out to our Talent Team