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Youth Justice Worker (Night) - CustodialJoin to apply for the Youth Justice Worker (Night) - Custodial role at Department of Justice and Community Safety, VictoriaYouth Justice Worker (Night) - Custodial3 months ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Youth Justice Worker (Night) - Custodial role at Department of Justice and Community Safety, VictoriaChallenging, security-focused role based in either Parkville or Cherry Creek Youth Justice PrecinctsFull training provided, including a fully funded Certificate IV in Youth JusticeEarn up to $86,063 per year, with a base of $60,295 (including standard penalty rates).Cherry Creek relocation allowance for eligible candidates.About This RoleChallenging, security-focused role based in either Parkville or Cherry Creek Youth Justice PrecinctsFull training provided, including a fully funded Certificate IV in Youth JusticeEarn up to $86,063 per year, with a base of $60,295 (including standard penalty rates).Cherry Creek relocation allowance for eligible candidates.Youth justice worker (Nights) are the frontline staff who supervise and support young people overnight at Cherry Creek and Parkville Youth Justice Precincts, our secure facilities housing young people on remand or sentenced to a period of imprisonment.As a full-time youth justice worker on night shift, you will be responsible for:maintaining the safety and security of our facilityCCTV monitoring, compliance reporting, responding to alarms and perimeter searchescreating a safe and secure environment for both staff and young peopleworking directly with children and young people in a custodial environment, including regular observationredirecting anti-social and challenging behaviourresponding to incidents as they occurhelping young people develop positive relationshipsfacilitating support from other services, including health and mental health providers, educators and disability organisations.To be successful, you will be a keen problem solver with great situational awareness. This job can be tough and at times your resilience will be tested, but by putting in the work, you will see young people make small shifts in their thinking that can have a major impact on their lives and community safety.For more information on the skills and experience we look for in our new team members, please read the job description attached.Cherry Creek has casual and full-time roles available and is located is in Little River, just off the Princess Freeway. It''s an easy drive from many of Melbourne''s western suburbs, as well as Geelong. We''re currently offering a $10,000 relocation allowance to help cover costs for eligible candidates who are interested in moving to within an hour''s drive of the facility.Parkville has full-time roles available and is situated in the inner northern suburbs of Melbourne. It is easily accessible by public transport and offers staff car parking. The facility accommodates young people (boys and girls) from 10 years old to 22 years old.Career information sessionsRegister for one of our online career Q&A sessions at justice.vic.gov.au/youthjusticecareersThis is a great opportunity to ask questions about day-to-day work at our youth justice precincts and better understand the career pathways available.EligibilityTo be considered for a youth justice worker role you must be either:an Australian citizen a birth certificate, citizenship certificate or current passport is required as proof of eligibilitya permanent resident of Australiaa New Zealand citizen who has entered Australia on a valid passport, or eligible to work in Australia for a period of more than six months.You will also need to pass a health and fitness assessment. Learn how your current fitness levels match up and the best ways to prepare.Prior to starting work, all successful candidates must independently obtain:Current First Aid Certification (HLTAID011 is preferred, or the Provide Basic Emergency Life Support course - HLTAID002 at a minimum)Current CPRHold a valid Working with Children Check (Employee)A driver licence is desirable but not mandatory.If you''re interested in Cherry Creek and Parkville, you will have the opportunity to select both during the application process.Child Safe Statement Of CommitmentThe Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people''s rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. 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