The role of the Youth Worker is to provide supervision and support to young people subject to a youth justice intervention.
Key Responsibilities:
* Demonstrate cultural capability and/or a commitment to developing cultural capability to ensure an inclusive culture that aligns with human rights and supports departmental programs and community partnerships aimed at preserving cultural connections for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
* Provide supervision and support to young people in accordance with relevant legislative provisions, strategic priorities, statutory delegations, policies, procedures and best practice.
* Support program coordinators in relation to the maintenance of services for young people subject to youth justice interventions.
* Provide supervision and support to young people to assist with their compliance with court orders and reintegration into the community in accordance with the case plan.
* Negotiate with government and community agencies, on behalf of young people, so as to enhance their access to services in accordance with the case plan.
* Maintain records of program attendance and prepare reports to assist case planning and reviews and attend these meetings as required.
This position requires a strong understanding of cultural safety and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities. The successful applicant will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to work collaboratively as part of a team.