Youth Court-Support Caseworker

Hunter Recruitment Group; Kurri Kurri; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Recruitment Group, partnering with Kurri Kurri Community Services (KKCS), seeks an experienced and compassionate Youth Court-Support Caseworker for a 12-month pilot across the Hunter Valley. You will work across court and community settings providing early intervention, therapeutic case management and practical support to young people involved in or at risk of youth justice.

Responsibilities include attending court days, guiding young people through processes, developing case plans,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or equivalent AQF Level 7 or higher.
• Experience supporting vulnerable young people through complex case management or early intervention services.
• Understanding of youth justice, child protection, trauma-informed practice and safeguarding principles.
• Ability to undertake assessments, develop case plans and manage risk.
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to engage respectfully with Aboriginal young people, families and culturally diverse communities.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of Child Protection Legislation and National Child Safe Standards.

Responsibilities

• Attend designated court list days to identify and engage young people.
• Provide information, guidance and practical assistance navigating court processes.
• Undertake assessments, develop case plans and implement interventions.
• Support young people to build resilience and life skills.
• Coordinate referrals to education, employment, accommodation, health and community services.
• Collaborate with DCJ, courts, Aboriginal organisations and community stakeholders.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain accurate case records.
• Deliver culturally safe and trauma-informed services.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder coordination

Independent work

Trauma-informed practice

Engagement with Aboriginal communities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Hunter Recruitment Group is partnering with Kurri Kurri Community Services (KKCS) to recruit an experienced and compassionate Youth Court-Support Caseworker for an exciting new 12 month pilot program across the Hunter Valley.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people involved in, or at risk of entering, the youth justice system.
Working across court and community settings, you will provide early intervention, therapeutic case management and practical support to young people experiencing complex challenges. Your focus will be on addressing the underlying factors contributing to offending and risk taking behaviours, strengthening protective factors and helping young people build positive pathways forward.

About the Role

You will work collaboratively with young people, families, courts, government agencies and community organisations to deliver individualised, trauma informed support.
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Attending designated court list days across the Hunter to identify and engage young people requiring support.
• Providing information, guidance and practical assistance to young people navigating court processes.
• Undertaking assessments, developing individualised case plans and implementing therapeutic interventions.
• Supporting young people to build resilience and develop positive life skills.
• Coordinating referrals and access to education, employment, accommodation, health and community services.
• Collaborating with DCJ, courts, Aboriginal organisations and other community stakeholders to deliver integrated support.
• Conducting risk assessments, maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with safeguarding requirements.
• Delivering culturally safe, inclusive and trauma-informed services that recognise the individual needs of young people and their families.

Hunter Recruitment Group is partnering with Kurri Kurri Community Services (KKCS) to recruit an experienced and compassionate Youth Court-Support Caseworker for an exciting new 12 month pilot program across the Hunter Valley.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people involved in, or at risk of entering, the youth justice system.
Working across court and community settings, you will provide early intervention, therapeutic case management and practical support to young people experiencing complex challenges. Your focus will be on addressing the underlying factors contributing to offending and risk taking behaviours, strengthening protective factors and helping young people build positive pathways forward.

About the Role

You will work collaboratively with young people, families, courts, government agencies and community organisations to deliver individualised, trauma informed support.
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Attending designated court list days across the Hunter to identify and engage young people requiring support.
• Providing information, guidance and practical assistance to young people navigating court processes.
• Undertaking assessments, developing individualised case plans and implementing therapeutic interventions.
• Supporting young people to build resilience and develop positive life skills.
• Coordinating referrals and access to education, employment, accommodation, health and community services.
• Collaborating with DCJ, courts, Aboriginal organisations and other community stakeholders to deliver integrated support.
• Conducting risk assessments, maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with safeguarding requirements.
• Delivering culturally safe, inclusive and trauma-informed services that recognise the individual needs of young people and their families.

About You

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or equivalent relevant qualification (AQF Level 7 or higher).
• Experience supporting vulnerable young people through complex case management, therapeutic interventions or early intervention services.
• An understanding of youth justice, child protection, trauma-informed practice and safeguarding principles.
• The ability to undertake assessments, develop case plans and manage risk appropriately.
• Strong communication, relationship building and stakeholder coordination skills.
• The ability to engage respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal young people, families and culturally diverse communities.
• Strong organisational skills, professional documentation capabilities and the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated understanding of Child Protection Legislation and National Child Safe Standards.

Experience in youth justice, child protection, therapeutic youth services, family preservation or intensive case management will be highly regarded.

The successful applicant will be required to hold or obtain the following:

• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• National Criminal Record Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check &Orientation Module completion certificate
• Current driver's licence

Position Details

• Employment: Full time, 38 hours per week.
• Contract: 12 month fixed term.
  Remuneration: $53.43 per hour + superannuation

Hunter Recruitment Group is proud to partner with Kurri Kurri Community Services on this recruitment campaign.

Kurri Kurri Community Services (KKCS) has a strong commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, people with disability, and the diverse communities we serve.

We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and harm and are committed to creating a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for everyone. As part of this commitment, successful applicants will be required to undergo thorough screening processes during the recruitment phase, including relevant pre-employment checks such as NDIS Screening and National Police Check.

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