About the organisation

Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential.

Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.

We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.

About the program

The Youth Justice Community Support Service (YJCSS) is an integrated approach to the provision of intensive support and services to Youth Justice Clients to complement the statutory case management undertaken by Youth Justice Units.

This service model has been developed recognising that Youth Justice Clients present with a range of complex and varied needs that require an individualised service response.

The YJCSS aims to; reduce the rate, severity, and frequency of offending behaviour, to enable effective transition of young people from intensive tertiary services to their community and to develop their capacity for economic participation and engagement in education, training and employment.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced staff member to join our YJCSS team, providing support to young people involved with Youth Justice.

Our team will provide intensive support to young people and their families and ensures young people referred to the program are; supported to complete the requirements of their Youth Justice Order, are linked to family, community and culture, have pathways to economic participation and have access to a range of supports and services in relation to health, housing and developmental needs.

This is a full time role, located in Dandenong.

Candidate Requirements

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Demonstrated skills and experience working with young people involved in the justice system
• Strong practice framework
• An ability to work flexible hours

A base salary of $69,200 per annum, plus superannuation and salary packaging, together with ongoing professional and career development.

WHAT JESUIT SOCIAL SERVICES CAN OFFER YOU:

• A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
• Ongoing role related training and development
• An organisation that lives their values, through our day to day work
• A welcoming and supportive environment
• Employee assistance program
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
• Generous leave