Official Visitor (Casual)
Role: Official Visitor (Casual) to Youth Justice centre – Wagga Wagga (Riverina Youth Justice Centre). Employment type: Casual Board Member.
This 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, as the Department acknowledges this lived experience contributes a valuable perspective to work with this community.
Your role
The Inspector of Custodial Services (ICS) is appointed to inspect adult correctional facilities and youth justice centres, and report to Parliament on the findings. The Official Visitor Program is overseen by the ICs. Official Visitors resolve enquiries and complaints made by young people in custody and assist in monitoring the conditions and treatment of young people in custodial centres throughout NSW. Official Visitors are community-based appointments made by the Minister for Youth Justice. An Official Visitor is assigned to a youth justice centre for up to four years and visits the centre once a fortnight.
What you'll do
Visit assigned centres regularly to speak with children, young people, staff and management.
Record and report on complaints, enquiries, and the general centre environment.
Facilitate the resolution of issues at the local level where possible.
Submit reports to the Minister, Inspector of Custodial Services, and relevant authorities.
Maintain independence, objectivity and confidentiality at all times.
What we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint Official Visitors to the following centres and welcome applications from Aboriginal people who live in those regions:
Riverina Youth Justice Centre (Wagga Wagga)
Cultural awareness, particularly in working with Aboriginal people and those from diverse backgrounds.
The ability to remain impartial and act with integrity.
Basic computer literacy and access to email/internet.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Additional information
Applications are invited for appointments to centres in the above mentioned regions across New South Wales.
Suitable candidates may be added to a talent pool to fill any appointments that may become vacant over the next 18 months.
We encourage you to review the Information and Application Package and list your preference at the pre-screening questionnaire.
Essential requirements
Report writing skills, computer skills, and access to the internet and email.
Ability and willingness to travel to attend training or corporate activities when required (1 or 2 times per year).
How to apply
To apply, please submit:
A current resume.
A brief cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
If you require assistance or have any questions about the process, feel free to contact the Inspector Custodial Services team via the email
Closing date
11:59pm Wednesday, 17 December ****
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Laurie Cullinan on or at 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, please call Mayur Kaushik on or via Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
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. To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
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