Youth Officer
Riverina Youth Justice Centre - Wagga Wagga
Employment type: Casual and unlock opportunities for temporary and ongoing roles
Salary: $36.20 per hour + loading (casual). Temporary and Ongoing - $71,777 – $80,129 + super + allowances
Shift Work Required – this role involves shift work across a 24/7 roster, including weekends and public holidays.
Training: Mandatory 5 weeks of full‐time Induction Training & Assessment Program (ITAP) commencing July 2026.
Responsibilities
As a Youth Officer, you will support young people in custody to develop life skills, build positive behaviours and prepare for their return to the community. You will supervise young people while encouraging participation in education programmes and daily activities designed to reduce re‐offending in a secure Youth Justice Centre. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting young people while maintaining a safe and structured environment.
* Supervise and support young people with their daily routines and wellbeing
* Encourage participation in education, vocational, recreational and therapeutic programmes
* Practice positive role‐modelling to support behaviour change
* Respond appropriately to challenging situations
* Maintain a safe and secure environment
* Work collaboratively with psychologists and caseworkers
* Complete operational and case management records
* Support young people attending court, medical or casework appointments
Qualifications & Requirements
* Minimum NSW P2 Driver Licence
* Current First Aid certificate (HLTAID011) or willingness to obtain
* Working With Children Check clearance
* Ability to pass medical, fitness and criminal history checks
* Availability to complete 5 weeks of full‐time training (ITAP)
Desired Skills
* Strong communication and relationship‐building skills – can connect with people from diverse backgrounds and support young people to engage in programmes and activities
* Resilience and sound judgement – remain calm in challenging situations and manage behaviour professionally
* Teamwork and accountability – work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe environment
* Cultural awareness and community understanding – demonstrate respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and understand the social and cultural complexities affecting young people and communities
Benefits
* Paid, structured training to set you up for success
* Clear career pathways within Youth Justice and the broader DCJ network
* Competitive salary with shift penalties and allowances
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Health, wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs
* A meaningful role where you can make a real difference every day
Inclusion & Diversity
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
Applications close 18 May 2026 at 11:00pm AEST.
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