This is a permanent, full time vacancy
About Justice
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
About the role
The Young People Directorate (YPD) is solely focused on young people in the youth justice system. It delivers statutory services to young people in accordance with the Young Offenders Act 1994 and the Young Offender Regulations 1995. These services are delivered in the courts, community and detention centres.
The YPD is responsible for the safety, security and rehabilitation of young people both in the community and custody. Its core objective is to reduce reoffending among young people through services to divert young people away from the criminal justice system, programs and services for young people on orders in the community; and programs and services in custody.
The YPD is guided by the Young People Strategy 2025-2030, which is aligned with the broader Corrective Services Strategic Plan 2025-2030 however with a specific focus on young people. The Strategy includes the importance of diversion as the primary preferred intervention for young people and the implementation of the new Model of Care (MoC) for youth detention centres and across youth justice community.
The Program Manager (Model of Care) is responsible for leading the implementation of the Department’s approved MoC for young people in custody and extending the MoC across youth justice community.
The Program Manager is required to oversee multiple projects that deliver outcomes related to implementation of the MoC. At this level, the incumbent is expected to have considerable experience in project management, liaison and negotiation with stakeholders and clients with respect to complex technical issues. Client contact is both external and internal to the Department and work involves projects that require comprehensive development and creative solutions.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.
In accordance with the National Child Safety Principles, people who work directly with children and young people, you must have a current Working with Children Check or be able to successfully apply for one to be eligible for appointment to this position.
The position holder must possess a current valid motor vehicle driving licence and may be required to participate in an on-call roster.
Benefits and opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Career pathway opportunities.
- Learning and development opportunity programs.
- Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
- Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
Application process
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
- Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- A statement of no more than three (3) pages addressing your suitability for the role in the context of all the Essential Selection Criteria except for the desirable listed on the JDF.
- A copy of your current Qualification(s).
- Contact details of two (2) recent work referees, with one (1) of them being your current Line Manager where possible.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at various locations across Western Australia during this period.
For Further Job Related Information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Narelle Butt, Executive Director Strategy and Operational Support on 0476 643 749 for a confidential discussion.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘For Further Job Related Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.
Submitting your application
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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