Youth Justice Caseworker — Community Support & Impact

Taldumande Youth Services; Cumberland; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Paid parental leave

Birthday leave

Flexible working

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Taldumande Youth Services is seeking a Case Worker to support the Youth Justice Casework Support Program in Parramatta and Western Sydney. This full-time, fixed-term role will help at-risk young people gain safety and positive futures.

You will collaborate with schools, courts, police and community partners to deliver practical supports, manage cases efficiently and apply trauma-informed approaches to complex needs. NSW driving and child safety compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field.
• Current Paid Working with Children Check.
• Undergo a National Police Clearance Check.
• Current NSW Driver Licence with insured vehicle access.
• Current First Aid Certificate and willingness to attend training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver YJ CSP across Cumberland, Fairfield and Canterbury-Bankstown LGAs.
• Provide front line services to children and young people aged 10–17.
• Offer culturally appropriate, holistic supports for families and address underlying needs.
• Facilitate referrals to Centrelink, housing, health, schooling and training.
• Undertake case management in a professional, efficient manner.
• Collaborate with youth justice services, agencies and government departments.
• Work with schools, courts and police, providing advice, reports and briefings.
• Contribute to reducing Aboriginal overrepresentation in youth justice.

Skills

Youth work

Casework

Communication

Trauma-informed

Education

Tertiary qualification in Social Work / Psychology / Community Services

Job description

Taldumande Youth Services is seeking a Case Worker to support the Youth Justice Casework Support Program in Parramatta and Western Sydney. This full-time, fixed-term role will help at-risk young people gain safety and positive futures.

You will collaborate with schools, courts, police and community partners to deliver practical supports, manage cases efficiently and apply trauma-informed approaches to complex needs. NSW driving and child safety compliance are required.