Principal Legal Officer, Youth Justice and Victim Support
vor 7 Stunden
Principal Legal Officer, Youth Justice and Victim Support Youth Justice and Victim Support – Brisbane QLD The Department of Youth Justice and Victim Support has an exciting opportunity to join our Legislation team where you will play a key role in keeping Queensland communities safe. We are actively tackling the complex causes of youth crime and addressing serious repeat offenders and ensuring our systems and services not only meet but anticipate the needs of victims. The Principal Legal Officer provides authoritative advice on complex justice policy issues and develops options, policies, strategies and initiatives to progress the Government’s law reform program. The Principal Legal Officer also supervises other team members. The department is committed to keeping Queensland communities safe. Everyone deserves a life free from violence and fear. We are actively tackling the complex causes of youth crime and addressing serious repeat offenders and ensuring our systems and services not only meet but anticipate the needs of victims. We do this by: Providing early intervention, statutory Youth Justice, and detention services to ensure that young people are held accountable for their offending behaviour. We help support them to become responsible members of the community. Providing trauma-informed support and resources to victims to ensure they can recover and heal, whilst ensuring the voices and experiences of victims are heard and respected. Our programs and community partnerships preserve cultural connections for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to achieve positive life outcomes. Key responsibilities Deliver and lead legislative and policy projects in relation to youth justice law and related matters, including the consideration of financial implications, developing Cabinet and Cabinet Budget Review Committee submissions, preparing legislation products such as drafting instructions for bills or regulations, explanatory notes and other Cabinet and Parliamentary supporting documentation, and supporting the Parliamentary committee and debate process. Research, analyse and provide strategic policy advice to the Minister, the Director‑General, other State Government departments and Commonwealth agencies on matters relevant to youth justice. Prepare submissions, briefs, ministerial and departmental correspondence, answers to parliamentary Questions on Notice, and briefing notes on Cabinet Submissions. Build strong partnerships, negotiate and work collaboratively with relevant professional organisations and community groups, central agencies, other departments and statutory offices, and state and territory counterparts on policy matters to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Supervise and mentor legal and policy officers. Represent the department in inter‑departmental and inter‑agency meetings and working groups and appear as a witness in Parliamentary Committee hearings on portfolio bills as required. Demonstrate cultural capability and/or a commitment to developing cultural capability to ensure an inclusive culture that aligns with the Human Rights Act 2019 and supports departmental programmes and community partnerships aimed at preserving cultural connections for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Applications to remain current for 12 months. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Principal Legal Officer: Youth Justice
vor 7 Stunden
City of Brisbane, Österreich Youth Justice and Victim Support VollzeitA government department in Australia seeks a Principal Legal Officer to provide authoritative advice on justice policy and lead legislative projects in youth justice. This role includes mentoring staff, collaborating with various agencies, and representing the department in official capacities. Ideal candidates will have experience in policy advice,...
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City of Brisbane, Österreich Youth Justice and Victim Support VollzeitPrincipal Advisor, Safety, Health, and Wellbeing, Youth Justice and Victim Support Youth Justice and Victim Support – Brisbane QLD As part of the Safety, Health and Wellbeing team, the Principal Advisor Safety Health & Wellbeing is responsible for the effective delivery of professional work health and safety services across the department. Using your...
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Co-Responder, Youth Justice and Victim Support
vor 10 Stunden
Townsville City, Österreich Youth Justice and Victim Support VollzeitCo-Responder, Youth Justice and Victim Support Youth Justice and Victim Support – Kirwan QLD The role of Co-Responder officer is to provide diversionary support to young offenders subject to youth justice intervention, or those at risk of entering the youth justice system, with the aim of preventing offending and reducing re‑offending. The Co-Responder...
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Caseworker, Youth Justice And Victim Support
vor 2 Wochen
Mount Isa City, Österreich Youth Justice And Victim Support VollzeitCaseworkers provide professional intervention to young offenders subject to youth justice intervention, with the aim of reducing re-offending. Qualification and Mandatory requirements It is a requirement of this role to have possession of a tertiary degree relevant to the role such as social work, behavioural science or social science, criminology, or other...
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Principal Legal Officer
vor 9 Stunden
City of Brisbane, Österreich Queensland Government VollzeitPrincipal Legal Officer Join to apply for the Principal Legal Officer role at Queensland Government . The Department of Youth Justice and Victim Support has an exciting opportunity to join our Legislation team where you will play a key role in keeping Queensland communities safe. We are actively tackling the complex causes of youth crime and addressing...
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Principal Practice Officer
vor 4 Wochen
City of Brisbane, Österreich Queensland Department of Youth Justice and Victim Support VollzeitDepartment of Youth Justice and Victim Support The department is committed to keeping Queensland communities safe. Everyone deserves a life free from violence and fear. We are actively tackling the complex causes of youth crime and addressing serious repeat offenders and ensuring our systems and services not only meet but anticipate the needs of victims. We...
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Impactful Co-Responder: Youth Justice
vor 10 Stunden
Townsville City, Österreich Youth Justice and Victim Support VollzeitAn organization supporting youth in Townsville City is looking for a Co-Responder to offer diversionary support to young offenders and those at risk of entering the justice system. The role requires collaboration with Queensland Police Service to ensure timely service delivery and involve working in various settings. Candidates must hold an unrestricted 'C'...
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Youth Justice Caseworker: Drive Reform
vor 2 Wochen
Mount Isa City, Österreich Youth Justice And Victim Support VollzeitA youth support organization is seeking a Caseworker in Mount Isa City, Queensland, to provide professional intervention to young offenders. Responsibilities include monitoring compliance with court orders and preparing reports for the Children's Court. Candidates must hold a relevant tertiary degree and a valid driver's licence. This role requires...
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Principal Advisor, Safety, Health
vor 7 Stunden
City of Brisbane, Österreich Youth Justice and Victim Support VollzeitA Queensland government agency is seeking a Principal Advisor for Safety, Health, and Wellbeing in Brisbane. This role involves delivering effective work health and safety services across the department, developing safety strategies, and providing expert advice to management. The successful candidate will manage health and safety compliance and promote a...
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Practice Support Officer
vor 2 Wochen
Townsville City, Österreich Queensland Department of Youth Justice and Victim Support VollzeitQueensland Department of Youth Justice and Victim Support – Belgian Gardens QLD As Practice Support Officer, you will specifically: Demonstrate cultural capability and/or a commitment to developing cultural capability to ensure an inclusive culture that aligns with the Human Rights Act 2019 and supports departmental programs and community partnerships...
