Job Description
Role PurposeThe role of the Court Coordinator is to represent the Director-General in youth justice court matters, provide advice and act as a consultant to other departmental staff in order to promote a high standard of departmental services to courts and clients.
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Court Coordinator - Key Responsibilities: Demonstrate cultural capability and support an inclusive, culturally responsive environment that aligns with the Human Rights Act **** and promotes positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, families and communities.
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Undertake comprehensive pre-court preparation, including conducting and supporting pre-court interviews, ensuring compliance with departmental procedures and court quality standards.
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Assess risk factors, identify early intervention opportunities, make appropriate referrals, review relevant information, and prepare informed court submissions.
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Liaise with Magistrates, Judges, legal representatives, police, Community Justice Groups, community organisations and other stakeholders to deliver effective court services and improve outcomes for young people and their families/carers.
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Provide post-court advice and support to young people, families/carers, stakeholders and youth justice staff, while completing all required documentation, records and case notes.
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Maintain and improve court administration systems to ensure efficient management of court appearances, accurate recording of outcomes and monitoring of emerging trends and issues.
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Contribute as a member of the Youth Justice Service Centre management team by participating in strategic planning, operational reviews and organisational decisionmaking.
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Act as a specialist consultant on youth justice court matters, providing advice, mentoring, coaching, training and quality assurance support to departmental staff and key stakeholders.
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Undertake professional casework and restorative justice activities as required to support service delivery and client outcomes.
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Participate in ongoing professional development, supervision, training and accreditation activities to maintain skilled standards and contribute to organisational objectives.
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Mandatory Requirements: Availability to attend Children's Courts on Saturdays and public holidays as part of a roster.
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Hold a current Queensland "C" Class Driver Licence and be able to drive government vehicles.
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Possess a relevant tertiary qualification such as Social Work, Behavioural Science, Social Science, Criminology or another recognised degree.
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Applications to remain current for 12 months.
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📌 Court Coordinator (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Queensland