Children's Court Youth Diversion Coordinator - Broadmeadows

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Children's Court Youth Diversion Coordinator - Broadmeadows Job posted: 17/01/2025 Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan Job type: Full time / Fixed Term until 6/01/2027 Organisation: Department of Justice and Community Safety Occupation: Community Services Reference: DJCS/YJ1172_J25 At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you. The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers . Fixed-term, full-time position based in Broadmeadows until 6/01/2027 Make a difference to young people and your community Salary range $91,836 - $103,302 plus superannuation About us The state-wide Children's Court Youth Diversion service (CCYD) commenced operation in all Children's Courts across Victoria in January 2017. Delivered by the youth justice service as a discrete program, CCYD has a critical interface with the Youth Justice Court Advice Service. CCYD ensures consistent and equitable access to diversion for eligible young Victorians early in their contact with the Children's Court. The role of a Children's Court Youth Diversion Coordinator As a CCYD Coordinator, you will ensure children and young people before the Children's Court of Victoria are supported to access and complete youth diversion. The CCYD coordinator attends scheduled sittings of the Criminal Division of the Children's Court to: conduct same-day assessments following a magistrate's referral advise the court on suitability for diversion report back to the court on a young person's compliance with the court's direction. The CCYD coordinator will consult with the young person, their family or carer, Victoria Police prosecutors, and legal representatives to determine suitability for diversion. The coordinator will manage risks identified through assessment by engaging supports to promote the completion of a diversion activity. The role will be primarily based at the Broadmeadows Regional Office but will require travel across the region, particularly to service the Melbourne Children's Court. About you As our ideal candidate, you will have: a proven understanding of the youth justice system, particularly the principles and philosophy underpinning relevant legislation an understanding of the principles of diversion and case work including assessment and interventions relevant to the age, gender, and developmental stage of the young person excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills in order to achieve organisational objectives excellent written communication skills for the development of court reports, case notes, and other formal documentation an in-depth knowledge of restorative justice and court processes would be beneficial. A Bachelor of Social Work or Diploma in Community Services Work is highly desirable. Other tertiary qualifications at Diploma level or above will be considered only if they include units of study in case management/casework practice and have had supervised practical work placements. A current employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) card is required and will need to be provided prior to commencement of employment by the applicant. Why work with us? At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we provide every person with the means to achieve their potential through ongoing learning and development opportunities in a diverse, equitable, and supportive environment. We look for people who are prepared to do their very best in line with our values and behaviours. Our values shape and influence how we recruit, train and develop our staff and build relationships with stakeholders. We will also provide you with professional development opportunities, an employee assistance program, access to job opportunities across the Victorian Government, salary packaging, and much more. How to Apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt, or .rtf formats. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks, and misconduct screening. CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse, and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. #J-18808-Ljbffr