Youth Justice Case Officer - Gippsland

About the role

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is recruiting a Youth Justice Case Officer for a brand-new, full-time fixed-term position in Gippsland, based in Morwell and travelling across the region as needed. The role supports young people on statutory orders to complete community service, build new skills and develop prosocial relationships, and responds to mental health and family violence risk factors through screening and assessment. The position runs until 30 June 2028.

Key responsibilities

• Support day-to-day statutory supervision and case management of young people with complex needs
• Instruct young people completing community service tasks and implement strategies that address offending behaviour
• Model appropriate behaviours and attitudes to help young people develop skills and access vocational and employment pathways
• Undertake site inspections and manual handling assessments, and report on first aid, OHS and other incidents
• Build relationships with community groups and identify community service placement opportunities
• Provide transport for young people to attend and take part in community service

Required profile

• Case management experience in a related field, tailored to each young person's age, gender, cultural background and other needs
• Understanding of Victoria's Youth Justice System and its legislation
• Relevant qualification in social work, youth work, psychology, human services, criminology or criminal justice is desirable; final-year students are encouraged to apply
• Full driver's licence and a Working with Children Check (WWCC) are mandatory

Required skills

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to solve complex problems
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage complex behaviours and build rapport using trauma-informed practice

What we offer

• Salary of $77,150 - $94,730 plus superannuation, with annual increases in line with the enterprise agreement
• Generous leave entitlements and a transparent performance framework
• Employee wellbeing support and comprehensive training
• Secondments and promotion opportunities

Applications close 24 November 2026 and require a resume; pre-employment checks may include references, criminal history, driver's licence, medical and Working with Children checks.