Job Description

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Melton VIC

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Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct is our newest facility and accommodates young men in 4‐bed and 8‐bed units across several neighbourhoods.

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As a youth justice worker, you will guide them through their rehabilitation by role modelling positive behaviour and keeping the environment safe.

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You will also encourage them to get involved in hands‐on programs which build real skills and a better chance of finding meaningful work when they return to the community.

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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.

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Your work will help young people get their lives back on track by:

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creating a safe and secure setting for both staff and young people

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helping young people establish healthy routines and work to a daily structure

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redirecting anti-social and challenging behaviour to the standards expected by the community

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responding to incidents as they occur

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helping young people develop positive family and peer relationships

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facilitating support from other services, including health and mental health providers, educators and disability organisations.

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What you will get

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This job can be tough. At times, the pressure will feel relentless and your resilience will be tested.

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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.

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You will be guided by supportive senior leaders and mentors, backed by a skilled team of fellow youth justice workers.

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Our training and development program will also set you up to be an influential role model from your first day.

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You will receive:

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9 weeks of fully paid training

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a fair salary with generous penalty rates

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personalised professional development plans, and the chance to unlock countless career opportunities if you thrive in your role

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Extensive in‐house clinical and peer support available through our staff‐wellbeing programs

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5 weeks of paid annual leave per year.

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What we look for in new youth justice workers

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Our recruiters search for a variety of personal characteristics when shortlisting candidates. These include:

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Dedication and resilience – you can maintain positivity and commitment even after setbacks.

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Life experience – you can adapt and manage challenging situations

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Passion and empathy – you're willing to work with young people from complex backgrounds to ensure their basic needs are met.

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Interpersonal skills – you can find common ground with young people and diffuse conflict.

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Problem solving – you can make smart decisions quickly.

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Both a police check and working with children check are required before commencing employment.

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📌 Youth Justice Worker - Cherry Creek (Long Forest)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety Vic
📍 Long Forest