Job Description

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Melton VIC

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Malmsbury Youth Justice Precinct has reopened and will house a small group of young men in custody (young people) aged 17 and over. 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 environment 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 recent 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 - Malmsbury (Long Forest)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety Vic
📍 Long Forest