Aboriginal Youth Justice Caseworker – Bathurst Youth Justice Community Office – Youth Justice
Open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples only.
Location: Bathurst. Ongoing, full time. Salary: $107,131 - $116,969 per annum plus superannuation and annual leave loading.
What You'll Do
* Develop and maintain relationships with the Aboriginal community and key stakeholders to successfully provide and deliver front line services to young people.
* 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 programmes 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/programmes required, including family and crisis interventions.
* Monitor outcome plans and case plans for compliance and progress in line with required operational standards and take appropriate actions.
* Maintain accurate records and data integrity of relevant information systems to ensure accurate, up to date client information is available to support effective case management, planning, decision making and 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.
* Contribute to the therapeutic nature of Youth Justice services including behaviour management of young people and reflective practice with staff.
* Adapt to changes and comply with Departmental policies, procedures, standards and best practice guidelines.
What We're Looking For
* Relevant tertiary qualifications (diploma or higher) in social work, welfare, psychology, criminology, education or related field or equivalent experience.
* NSW Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
* Current Driver's Licence.
What We Offer
* A challenging and rewarding career.
* Flexible, autonomous work environment.
* Competitive pay and conditions.
* Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
* Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
Applications close Sunday 1 February 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.
Contact: Hiring Manager Shane Cunynghame – or
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