October 14, 2024

NAAJA

Alice Springs

FULL TIME

Youth Justice Social Worker – Alice Springs

Salary

PSO5.1 – PSO5.4: $93,136 – $99,813.00

FTE

Full time 38 hours per week

Location

Alice Springs

Commencement

ASAP

Completion

Ongoing

Reports to

Managing Lawyer – Youth (Alice Springs)

About NAAJA
The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) is a leading provider of legal and justice services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Northern Territory. NAAJA’s legal practice is the largest in the Northern Territory, providing high quality, culturally proficient and accessible advice, casework and court advocacy in both criminal and civil law.
What we offer

Salary packaging options up to $18,450 per annum tax free
Remote allowance of $3,300 per annum (if applicable)
Annual airfare allowance
6 weeks annual leave
3 weeks personal leave
Relocation allowance

About the role
As a Youth Justice Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting young people in the Alice Springs region. You will be responsible for providing comprehensive social work services to young offenders and promoting their rehabilitation and reintegration into the community.
What you’ll be doing

Conducting comprehensive assessments of young clients’ needs and developing individualised case plans
Providing counselling and support services to young people and their families to address underlying issues contributing to offending behaviour
Liaising with the justice system, community organisations and other stakeholders to coordinate holistic care and support for young clients
Advocating for the rights and wellbeing of young people and ensuring their voices are heard
Delivering targeted rehabilitation and life skills programs to promote positive change
Maintaining detailed case records and contributing to the evaluation of service delivery

What we’re looking for

Tertiary qualification in Social Work or a related field
Demonstrated experience working with at-risk youth, preferably within the justice system
Strong understanding of the unique challenges faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients
Commitment to social justice, human rights and empowering marginalised communities
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Resilience and the capacity to work in a challenging and emotionally demanding environment

Requirements

Ability to obtain a satisfactory “Working with Children Clearance” (Ochre Card) upon commencement
Satisfactory criminal history check and no history of disqualification from employment by a legal practice
A current ‘C’ Class driver’s licence
Ability to travel to remote communities to attend bush courts if required

Apply now to join our dedicated team and make a positive difference in the lives of young people in the Alice Springs community.
Applicants for this position must submit a cover letter and resume addressing the essential criteria.
Enquiries can be sent to Recruitment@naaja.org.au.
More information including position description JD – Youth Justice Social Worker
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.