Job Description
Talent Pool for Youth Justice Caseworkers is a targeted recruitment. Preference will be given to candidates who meet the established standards of the role and are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Youth Justice are looking to create a local talent pool for temporary short & long-term vacancies for their Youth Justice Caseworker positions across the Riverina Murray area. Local offices within this region include Griffith, Albury and Wagga Wagga.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake case management activities that target appropriate areas of need/risk to the young person re-offending. This includes case planning, organising and facilitating case conferences and delivering offence focused intervention programs to young people.
* Work collaboratively with Youth Justice staff such as other YJ Caseworkers, Youth Officers and Psychologists, along with a range of government and non-government stakeholders to connect young people to services appropriate to their individual case plan and monitor the progress of the young person.
* Work closely with courts, parole authorities, review panels and legal professionals and provide clear and concise advice, briefings, reports and other formal written communication for internal and external stakeholders.
* Use detailed structured screening and assessment tools to identify the risks and needs of young people and determine the level and types of interventions/programs required, including family and crisis interventions.
* Monitor outcome plans and case plans for compliance and progress in line with required operational standards and facilitate further actions as required.
* Maintain the integrity of the various information systems with accurate up to date client data and information that supports effective case management, planning, decision making and further upholds a framework of quality assurance.
* Provide young people and their families with the tools, information and support to create positive change in their lives and contribute more productively within their community.
* Support the therapeutic goals of Youth Justice services by actively engaging in behaviour management strategies for young people and fostering reflective practice among staff.
Requirements
* Diploma or higher tertiary qualifications in social work, welfare, psychology, criminology, education or related field or equivalent experience.
* Current NSW Working with Children Clearance.
* Current NSW Driver's Licence.
* Willingness and ability to travel across regional and rural areas to engage with clients, as required by the role.
Benefits
This opportunity offers a chance to make a positive impact on the lives of young people and their families.