Youth Officer

NSW Department of Communities and Justice – St Marys NSW Work across the Metropolitan North locations including to and from the Youth Justice Centre and Children’s Courts Casual work available. Usual shifts are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Base entry rate of $36.20 + casual loading per hour Intake for a March 2026 start Applications close on Sunday 11 January 2026 at 11.59 pm Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply Targeted Recruitment The Department of Communities and Justice acknowledges the importance of lived experience and how it contributes to the valuable work we do with the community. We strongly encourage and support applications from people who are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. While applications from people with diverse cultural backgrounds are welcome, once we have determined through merit‑based assessment which candidates meet the pre‑established standards of the role, we will select the candidate who is also of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (as appropriate). Who we’re looking for We are seeking people with life skills who can communicate well, remain calm under pressure and want to help young offenders make better choices. The role includes positive leadership and supervision while assisting in the care, development and security of young people in custody in NSW, and the safe and secure transport of young people between courts and Youth Justice Centres. We seek people to practice and encourage pro‑social values and behaviours in their interactions with young people. About Youth Justice NSW Youth Justice NSW is a division of the Department of Communities and Justice within the Stronger Communities NSW cluster. Formerly known as Juvenile Justice, Youth Justice NSW supervises and provides custodial and community‑based services for young offenders under the Children (Detention Centres) Act, 1987. There are six Youth Justice centres across NSW which accommodate young offenders and offer health, educational and spiritual services – including individual case management, specialised counselling, and training in job and living skills. There are also 34 Youth Justice community offices that provide community‑based intervention for young people who are at risk of reoffending. Youth Justice NSW aims to work with young people to reduce their reoffending, rehabilitate and return them to society. About the Court Logistics Unit The Court Logistics Unit comprises multidisciplinary staff and teams of Youth Officers who supervise and provide direct appropriate care and custody of young people appearing at various courts, and the safe and secure transportation of young people between courts and Youth Justice Centres. The Court Logistics Unit is based across three Sydney metropolitan Youth Justice Centres and five Children’s Courts Holding Facilities managed by Youth Justice. About the role Court Logistics Youth Officers are responsible for the transportation of young offenders in secure transport vehicles between centres and to courts across NSW. Youth Officers are accountable for supervision of young people in custody at the five metropolitan Children’s Courts and other regional Courts. Youth Officers provide support and guidance to young people during their court appearances, some of whom exhibit challenging behaviour. Court Logistics Youth Officers ensure young people’s needs are met by practicing pro‑social modelling and encouraging pro‑social values and behaviours in their interactions, while maintaining the safety and security of the unit. Court Logistics Youth Officers are rostered according to operational needs within the Sydney metropolitan area. It is primarily a Monday to Friday role but may include some weekend work. Allocated shifts are Monday to Friday (8.5 hr shifts, including ½ hr lunch). Usual shifts are 8 am – 4:30 pm, though some shifts can start earlier or later. There are some opportunities for overtime after allocated shifts or on weekends. The positions are based in Metropolitan North locations on a rotating roster as follows: Court Logistics Youth Officers are frontline staff who predominantly work outside the secure residential units of a Youth Justice Centre. For this reason, Court Logistics is a specialised unit that focuses on the secure supervision and transportation of young people, through use of secure vehicles, advanced security technology and Youth Officers who undertake specialised training in secure movements of young people in custody. The role offers A culturally diverse workplace with equal opportunity Access to staff benefits Supportive team environment 5 weeks of full‑time training to prepare you for entry‑level duties A job that gives back to the community Encouraging young people in pro‑social behaviours to reintegrate back into society Ongoing training and support As a Court Logistics Youth Officer you will Supervise young people in custody at various court locations and in transportation, and ensure all their needs such as health, hygiene and wellbeing are met on a daily basis Respond to challenging situations Maintain a safe and secure environment for the young people and staff at all locations Proactively avert risk and solve problems Be a positive role model who is willing to reinforce boundaries and behaviours Work in accordance with relevant department legislation, policies and procedures Follow local procedures and assist young people in understanding the court process Assist young people by role‑modeling and demonstrating expectations Communicate well and find common ground with others Remain calm in high‑pressure situations Be energetic and enjoy working as part of a team Be willing to participate in training to develop your skills Be confident in managing conflict in a high‑pressure and fast‑paced environment Be resilient and flexible in your approach to working with others Requirements of the role Possession of, or willingness to obtain a Medium Rigid (MR) Driver’s licence by the end of the training period. Must possess a Provisional 2 NSW driver’s licence or above to apply Meet citizenship or residency requirements National Background Police Check Medical and Fitness Assessment to determine that you are fit to safely carry out the duties of the role without significant risk to yourself or others NSW Working with Children Check Clearance Possession or willingness to obtain the ‘Provide First Aid Certificate’ (HLTAID011) Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to work in a team environment Availability to complete 5 weeks of full‑time training to prepare you for entry‑level duties – the Induction Training and Assessment Program (ITAP). This intake will start at the beginning of March 2026. You must pass the assessments during these initial 5 weeks of full‑time training to be declared as ready for entry‑level duties. How to apply For your application to be considered, you must: Ensure that you have read the Role Description Check that you are able to meet the requirements for the role listed above Click the 'apply' button to submit your application Ensure you answer all the pre‑screening questions Attach the following – An updated resume of no more than three (3) pages which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to the position. A cover letter of no more than one (1) page introducing yourself and explaining your interest in the role. Driver’s licence (MR or minimum of NSW P2 or above) Working with Children Check (WWCC) and First Aid certificate if you already have them. Key Dates Closing Date for applications is Sunday 11 January 2026 at 11.59 pm. You may then be invited to participate in an interview and assessment process which will be held in January 2026. Write to *******@dcj.nsw.gov.au or call 0473 430 *** if you are experiencing technical issues with your application or have a question about the recruitment process. Got a question? For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact Merina Maharjan on 0473 430 *** or at *******@dcj.nsw.gov.au. If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Merina Maharjan via *******@dcj.nsw.gov.au. Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups. To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website. Other Information A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months. For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website. Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr