Volunteer Youth Advocate: Independent Presence in Custody

Independent Person - Frankston and surrounding suburbs The Youth Referral and Independent Person Program (YRIPP) is looking for volunteers to act as Independent Persons (IPs) . When a young person is in police custody and a parent or guardian cannot attend, YRIPP volunteers step in. As an IP, you’ll ensure the young person understands their rights, provide...

An established community service organization seeks a Youth Advocate in Gold Coast to provide mentoring and cultural support to young people aged 10‑17 leaving detention. The role requires strong community connections, relevant qualifications in Youth Justice, and a commitment to supporting youth through tailored plans. Successful candidates will enjoy...

Independent Person Volunteer for Youth Referral and Independent Person Program YRIPP volunteers need good communication skills, an openness to diversity and other peoples values, and a willingness to be challenged and to learn. YRIPP is open to people from a diverse range of ages, work, education and life experiences. Volunteers will need to have good...

A governmental oversight body is seeking volunteers to serve as Independent Visitors, responsible for monitoring prisons and youth detention centres in Albany, Western Australia. Volunteers will inspect facilities regularly and communicate with individuals in custody about their concerns. A commitment of at least one day every three months is required....

Independent Person - Laverton, Werribee or surrounding suburbs Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY) – Laverton VIC The Youth Referral and Independent Person Program (YRIPP) is looking for volunteers to act as Independent Persons (IPs) . When a young person is in police custody and a parent or guardian cannot attend, YRIPP volunteers step in. As an IP,...

Life Without Barriers considers that being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational requirement as outlined in section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act (1991) and permitted as a special measure under section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and by articles 1(4) and 2(2) of the International Convention on the...

A community support organization in Victoria is seeking volunteers for the role of Independent Person. In this position, you will provide essential support to young individuals in police custody, ensuring their rights are understood. Ideal candidates are empathetic and reliable. This is an opportunity to gain valuable experience in youth justice while making...

Office of the Inspector of Custodial Service – Albany WA The Independent Visitors Service is a volunteer-based scheme that provides additional monitoring of prisons and youth detention centres in Western Australia. Independent Visitors visit and inspect their allocated facilities regularly to monitor the standards of treatment and services delivered. They...

A leading youth mental health service based in Victoria is seeking a Senior AOD Mental Health Clinician to provide specialist mental health services to youth in custody. This part-time position offers an opportunity to work within a dedicated team focused on recovery-oriented care, requiring significant experience and qualifications related to youth mental...

About the role Independent Visitors visit and inspect their allocated facilities on a regular basis to monitor the standards of treatment and services delivered. They also provide people in custody an opportunity to voice complaints and concerns. Visits take place during office hours. No after hours or weekend work. A visit would normally take a few hours to...