Youth Justice Officer

Advance your career by joining one of the most diverse public sector organisations in WA.

About the role

The Youth Justice Services Division is responsible for the safety, security, and rehabilitation of young people both in the community and custody.  Its core objective is to reduce reoffending among young people through programs and services for young people on orders in the community and programs and services in custody; services to divert young people away from the criminal justice system.

Under supervision, the Youth Justice Officer manages the case coordination of young people who have offended and are subject to community supervision orders and young people identified as “at risk” in an effort to reduce reoffending, protect the community and direct young people away from crime and/or antisocial behaviour.

Youth Justice Officers are expected to:

• Work to improve communication and demonstrate integrity and respect in all interactions;
• Operate within the Department's Corporate Governance Framework, policies and procedures and ensure effective transparency and accountability of all Department activity;
• Operate within chain of command facilities to undertake activities required to meet the Department’s strategic objectives; 
• Work collaboratively to achieve common goals and best practice and undertake business improvements as appropriate; and
• Represent the Department’s interest on committees and working groups as required.

Benefits and Opportunities 

• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• You may be eligible for WA Governments regional incentives depending on your chosen work location such as GROH subsided housing in Meekatharra and Carnarvon.
• Opportunity to travel across the region.

Why join the team?

When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.

Want to find out more about this role? 

To find out more about this opportunity and how to apply for this position, click on the Apply button or follow the direct link below.  

Youth Justice Officer (jobs.wa.gov.au)

Applications must be received before Friday, 19 April at 4:30pm.