24 Month Pool - fixed term and possibility of permanent appointment
Would you like to be a part of a dynamic, stimulating and innovative team? Would you like to work in a fast paced, challenging and energetic environment? Are you capable of interpreting complex legislation in court room scenario's and to speak before the Judiciary without fear or favour? If so, then please keep reading.
Role
Senior Youth Justice Officers working in Youth Justice Court Services represent (on a rostered basis) the Department of Corrective Services in the Perth Children’s Court and other children’s courts as required to present options consistent with the general principles of The Young Offenders Act.
The role includes:
Liaison with Police Prosecutors, Director Public Prosecutions (DPP) and defence or duty counsel on matters relating to young people held in custody and young people who may need special consideration due to their development, cultural issues and maturation.
Pre-court liaison and support service to young people and their families who appear in Children’s Courts
Post-court explanation of responsibilities and information in relation to orders that young people have been placed on by the court
Monitoring standards and quality of advice reports to the children’s court
The Senior Youth Justice Officer also provides advice, training, coaching and mentoring to Youth Justice Staff as well as training YJS centre statutory staff on Children’s Court preparation, procedures and representation
Job related requirements
WWC - mandatory
Some metropolitan travel to service the outer Courts and some weekend work on a rostered basis with remuneration consistent with the PSGOGA.
Please see the attached JDF for more information about the Role Specific Responsibilities of this position. All Departmental employees are required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
Further job related information
If you are interested in this position and would like further information on the role, contact Jaide Lancaster on (08) 9355 8000.
How to apply
The Department preferred method of application is via the Apply Now button below. You will be required to complete relevant personal information and attach documents as requested.
- Provide a current resume including the contact details of 2 recent work referees and a statement addressing all of the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria) listed in the JDF.
Please ensure that at least 1 referee is a current or recent supervisor/line manager.
Forwarding your application
To apply applicants are requested to:
Apply online (Preferred)
- Click on the “Apply for Job” button at the top/bottom of the screen
- Complete all of the online application questions
- Attach all required documentation
* Please note: Form PSD0001 will be required to be printed and completed if you are invited to interview, do not include with your application.
By post
- Complete application for vacancy form which is attached to the advert
- Attach all required documentation and ensure all the above is stapled
- Post your completed application to:
DOJ Recruiting Branch
Department of Justice
GPO Box F317, PERTH WA 6841
Please note:
- Proforma, faxed, hand delivered, emailed and late applications will not be accepted.
- As we prefer to contact you by email for any interview or other matter, you are encouraged to apply online and provide a current valid e-mail address.
People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department upholds a working environment that is free from discrimination in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation.
Subsequent vacancies:
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which permanent, fixed term, full-time and part-time appointments may be made when similar vacancies at level occur. The pool will operate for a 24 month period.