Department: Frank Baxter YJC – Kariong NSWCasual/TemporaryNo experience required1d ago , from Department of Communities and Justice NSWEmployment type:Casual and unlock opportunities for temporary and ongoing rolesSalary:$***** per hour + loading (casual).
Temporary and Ongoing - $71,777 – $80,129 + super + allowancesShift work required.
Usual shifts are Monday – Friday, 8am to 4.30pmTraining:Mandatory5 weeks of full-time Induction Training & Assessment Program (ITAP).
The 5-week full-time Induction Training and Assessment Program (ITAP) will take place at Yasmar Training Facilities (Haberfield).
This intake is for Feb **** Training commencement.The Assessment Centre for this intake will be held at Frank Baxter Youth Justice Centre (Kariong)Looking for a career where your life experience, resilience, and interpersonal skills are genuinely valued?
Bring your experience to a role that makes a meaningful impact.
This opportunity is well suited to professionals with practical expertise and the credibility to engage effectively with young people in complex circumstances.Your roleCourt Logistics Youth Officers are responsible for the transportation of young offenders in secure transport vehicles between centres and to courts across NSW.
Youth Officers are accountable for supervision of young people in custody at the five metropolitan Children's Courts and other regional Courts.
Youth Officers provide support and guidance to young people during their court appearances, some of whom exhibit challenging behaviour.
Court Logistics Youth Officers ensure young people's needs are met by practicing pro-social modelling and encouraging pro-social values and behaviours in their interactions, while maintaining the safety and security of the unit.Court Logistics Youth Officers are rostered are rostered according to operational needs across multiple locations.It is primarily a Monday to Friday role but may include some weekend work.
Allocated shifts are Monday to Friday (8.5 hr shifts, includes 1⁄2 hr lunch).
Usual shifts are 8am - *****pm, though some shifts can start earlier or later.
There are some opportunities for overtime after allocated shifts or on weekends.The positions are based in Metropolitan North locationsas follows:Frank Baxter Youth Justice CentreBroadmeadow Children's CourtCourt Logistics Youth Officers are frontline staff who predominantly work outside the secure residential units of a Youth Justice Centre.
For this reason, Court Logistics is a specialised unit that focuses on the secure supervision and transportation of young people, through use of secure vehicles,



advanced security technology and Youth Officers who undertake specialised training in secure movements of young people in custody.What you'll doYou'll work within a structured, secure environment supporting young people to develop life skills, improve behaviour, and prepare for reintegration into the community.Working alongside psychologists, caseworkers, and other professionals, you will:Supervise young people in custody at various court locations and in transportation, and ensure all their needs such as health, hygiene and wellbeing are met on a daily basisRespond to challenging situationsMaintain a safe and secure environment for the young people and staff at all locationsProactively avert risk and solve problemsBe a positive role model who is willing to reinforce boundaries and behaviorsWork in accordance with relevant department legislation, policies and proceduresFollow local procedures and assist young people in understanding the court processAssist young people by role modelling and demonstrating expectationsCommunicate well and find common ground with othersRemain calm in high pressure situationsBe energetic and enjoy working as part of a teamBe willing to participate in training to develop your skillsBe confident in managing conflict in a high pressure and rapid paced environmentBe resilient and flexible in your approach to working with othersYou'll receivefive weeks of paid, full-time trainingto ensure you feel confident and prepared before starting in the CentreWhat we're looking forWe welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds—especially those with strong life experience and a genuine desire to make a difference.You may be a excellent fit if you bring:Strong communication and people skills– able to connect with individuals from diverse backgroundsResilience and emotional maturity– remain calm and professional in high-pressure situationsPractical life experience– from work, family, or community involvementTeam-focused mindset– work collaboratively to maintain safety and structureCultural awareness– respect and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and communitiesRequirementsPossession of, or willingness to obtain a Medium Rigid (MR) Driver's licence by the end of the training period.




Must possess a Provisional 2 NSW driver's licence or above to applyCurrent First Aid certificate (HLTAID011) or willingness to obtainWorking With Children Check clearanceAbility to pass medical, fitness, and criminal history checksAvailability to complete 5 weeks of full-time training (ITAP)Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity.
If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.What We OfferPaid, structured training to set you up for successClear career pathways within Youth Justice and the broader DCJ networkCompetitive salary with shift penalties and allowancesOngoing training and development opportunitiesHealth, wellbeing, and Employee Assistance ProgramsA meaningful role where you can make a real difference every dayWant more information?
Visit our website to see more information onWe do work that really mattersWorking for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference.We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential ofchildren, adults, families and communities.
We're focused onbreaking, rather than managing, disadvantage.It's work that really matters.Are you ready to join us?
Applications close8 November **** at 11:00pm AEST.For more information about the role, application process, or recruitment adjustments, please contact Merina Maharjan on ******** *** ****** and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruitWe continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds.
This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.Other InformationA talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.Thank you for your interest in this role.
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