Youth Justice Worker
1 week ago
Looking for a career change where you can put your people skills and life experience to use? Become a youth justice worker.
Based at our Cherry Creek facility near Werribee, youth justice workers are the frontline staff who supervise and support young people in custody.
This is not a dedicated case management or youth work role. You will follow and promote important security procedures every day and be a positive role model for complex young people. You will also set boundaries and reinforce expected behaviours.
Your work will help young people get their lives back on track by:
- creating a safe and secure environment for both staff and young people
- helping young people establish healthy routines and work to a daily structure
- redirecting anti-social and challenging behaviour to the standards expected by the community
- responding to incidents as they occur
- helping young people develop positive family and peer relationships
- facilitating support from other services, including health and mental health providers, educators and disability organisations.
What you will get
This job can be tough. At times, the pressure will feel relentless and your resilience will be tested.
However, if you commit to putting in the hard work, you will see young people make small shifts in their thinking that can have a major impact on their lives.
You will be guided by supportive senior leaders and mentors, backed by a skilled team of fellow youth justice workers.
Our training and development program will also set you up to be an influential role model from your first day.
You will receive:
- 9 weeks of fully paid training
- a fair salary with generous penalty rates
- personalised professional development plans, and the chance to unlock countless career opportunities if you thrive in your role
- Extensive in-house clinical and peer support available through our staff-wellbeing programs
- 5 weeks of paid annual leave per year.
What we look for in new youth justice workers
Our recruiters search for a variety of personal characteristics when shortlisting candidates. These include:
- Dedication and resilience – you can maintain positivity and commitment even after setbacks.
- Life experience – you can adapt and manage challenging situations
- Passion and empathy – you're willing to work with young people from complex backgrounds to ensure their basic needs are met.
- Interpersonal skills – you can find common ground with young people and diffuse conflict.
- Problem solving – you can make smart decisions quickly.
Career information sessions
Register for one of our online career Q&A sessions at
This is a great opportunity to ask questions about day-to-day work at our youth justice precincts and better understand the career pathways available.
-
Youth Justice Worker
3 days ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Youth Justice Workers, Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per yearYouth justice worker (Nights) are the frontline staff who supervise and support young people overnight at Cherry Creek and Parkville Youth Justice Precincts, our secure facilities housing young people on remand or sentenced to a period of imprisonment.As a full-time or casual youth justice worker on night shift, you will be responsible...
-
Youth Justice Worker
4 weeks ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria Full timeYouth Justice Worker (Custodial) - Cherry CreekJoin to apply for the Youth Justice Worker (Custodial) - Cherry Creek role at Department of Justice and Community Safety, VictoriaYouth Justice Worker (Custodial) - Cherry CreekJoin to apply for the Youth Justice Worker (Custodial) - Cherry Creek role at Department of Justice and Community Safety, VictoriaAbout...
-
Youth Justice Worker
1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria Full time $79,122 - $107,145 per yearAbout This RoleWant a challenge that could be life changing? Become a youth justice worker.Earn up to $107,145 per year, with a base of $79,122 (including standard penalty rates).Secure job doing tough work that matters.9 weeks of fully paid training.On site clinical and peer support available.Varied life experiences and maturity are highly valued.Up to $10K...
-
Youth Justice Officer
3 days ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Aligned Healthcare Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per yearAbout usOur organisation is a leading not-for-profit community health organisation, delivering inclusive, high-quality care to those who need it most. At the Parkville Youth Justice Precinct, we provide 24/7 nurse-led primary health services alongside allied health, dental, and mental health support for children and young people in custody.Our vision is for...
-
Youth Justice Case Manager
3 weeks ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department Of Justice And Community Safety VIC Full timeTwo full-time positions available: Fixed term until 2/12/2026 based in Reservoir and fixed-term until 12/09/2026 based in BroadmeadowsContribute to community safety and rehabilitation of young people in the Justice SystemSalary banding of $74,903 - $91,971 plus superannuationAbout UsThe Youth Justice Team provides community-based supervision and a range of...
-
Senior Clinician Youth Justice
1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Austin Health Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per yearAre you a current Austin Health employee?If yes, please log in to the Austin Health careers website via 'Employee Login' using your network login details to search, view and apply for all career opportunities available.Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the...
-
Senior Clinician Youth Justice
1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per yearOverviewWork Type: Part-timeSalary: Salary not specifiedGrade: Grade not specifiedOccupation: Health and allied healthLocation: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbsReference: 3881Are you a current Austin Health employee?If yes, please log in to the Austin Health careers website via 'Employee Login' using your network login details to search, view and...
-
Teaching in Youth Justice Sector
1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Free Agency Australia Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per yearParkville College — Cherry Creek Campus (just outside Werribee)Teaching and training roles in a unique youth-justice education settingAbout us:Parkville College's Cherry Creek campus delivers education programs inside the youth justice system for young people aged 14–22. This is a purposeful, high-impact teaching environment where education plays a...
-
Youth Worker
1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia YSAS Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year· Application close by COB on 1st September 2025· Part-time (60.8 Hours per fortnight)· Fixed term until December 2026· Remuneration SCHCADS level 5 dependent on qualifications and experience + superannuation· Weeks Annual Leave· Up to $15,900 for living expenses + up to $2,600 towards meals...
-
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time $113,022 - $136,747 per yearUtilise your Community Services expertise to provide support and advice to the Victim Services Support and Reform branchAn Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public ServiceVPS Grade 5: $113,022 - $136,747 plus superannuation.About the Business Unit:Victim Services, Support and Reform (VSSR) is...
