Aboriginal Practice Officer - Frank Baxter Youth Justice Centre, Youth Justice

Job Description

Aboriginal Practice Officer - Frank Baxter Youth Justice Centre, Youth Justice Temporary Full time up to 10 February 2026 Location: Kariong Clerk Grade 7/8, Salary ($110,266 - $122,058 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading This position is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons only. Your role Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and plan the regional co-ordination and implementation of cultural programs and initiatives that complement interventions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.Facilitate the identification of and access to people and resources, to enhance effective practice with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people involved in the justice system. This role is committed to building a workforce that better reflects the perspectives of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities we serve.What You’ll Do Develop and maintain relationships with the Aboriginal community and key stakeholders to successfully deliver programs. Assist Directors and Managers in addressing the drivers of over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in custody. Provide direct input to the development of the Community and Custodial priorities and plans, reflecting the objectives of the Youth Justice Aboriginal Strategic Directions (ASD) and the Aboriginal Employment Strategy. Address barriers that may limit the successful participation in approved programs and interventions. Provide direct input to the development, delivery and evaluation of programs/interventions aligned to effective practice and culturally appropriate services. Coordinate and administer the Aboriginal Regional Advisory Committee (ARAC) and promote initiatives that enhance the career development of identified staff. Co-facilitate culturally specific educational workshops for regional staff. Keep abreast of evidence-based practice literature and resources, identify examples of best practice and assist with region wide implementation. What We’re Looking For Current NSW Working with Children Check clearance. Current Drivers Licence with ability and willingness to drive throughout NSW. As an Identified role, this role is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons, Australia’s First Nations people. Role There are two alternatives to confirming your Aboriginality, one of which must be uploaded to be considered for the role as follows. Either will be accepted: Confirmation of Aboriginality form Written confirmation from 2-3 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below: is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/clearances:National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014 What We Offer We offer a variety of benefits, including:A challenging and rewarding career. Flexible, autonomous work environment Competitive pay and conditions Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities. Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs. Requirements Click apply. You will need to attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum five pages) and a cover letter (maximum three pages) with a brief outline on how you meet the focus capabilities & requirements of the role and answer the two targeted questions below:As an Aboriginal Practice Officer in a YJ Centre, how would you assist the team, who are largely non-Aboriginal people to work more effectively with young Aboriginal people in custody? Due to historical factors our Aboriginal staff can feel culturally unsafe working in the YJ system. Cultural Safety is a focus across Youth Justice to support staff dealing with the pressures of working in Government. What factors would you consider in planning a Cultural safety session with Aboriginal staff and how would you support them? Applications close Monday 3rd March 2025 at 11:59pm AEDT.Got a question? For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager David Lowe – Centre Manager on 0413 805 027 or via If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application) , please call Lisa Smith on 0456 199 105 or via Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit We 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 Information A 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. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr