Talent Pool for Unit Managers - Cobham Youth Justice Centre, Youth Justice

Talent Pool for Unit Managers –

Cobham Youth Justice Centre,

Youth Justice

• Talent Pool creation for future ongoing and temporary vacancies
• Location: St Mary’s
• Level 5 Salary ($100,011 - $109,194 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

The Department of Communities and Justice acknowledges lived experience and how it contributes to the valuable work we do with the community.

We strongly encourage and support applications from people who are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander descent. While all applicants are welcome, once we have determined through merit-based assessment which candidates meet the pre-established standards of the role, preference will be given to candidates who meet the established standards of the role and are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander descent.

Your role

Direct and manage a multidisciplinary team to ensure appropriate care and custody of detainees and safety of staff in accordance with relevant legislation.  Takes on the role of Duty Manager on a rotation basis and is responsible, in this role, for the centre wide supervision of Assistant Unit Managers and Shift Supervisors.

What you’ll do

• Responsible for detainee inclusion in case plan development and detailed activities and programs that are in line with detainee classification.
• Work with Assistant Unit Managers, Shift Supervisors and Youth Officers to ensure detainee case plan processes and timelines are adhered to and plan outcomes are achieved.
• Shift planning, resource allocation, and ensuring security within the Unit, including briefing/debriefing of staff on incoming shifts regarding any incidents / issues.
• Providing direct supervision and support to detainees, and advise staff on the management of detainees, particularly regarding management of challenging or difficult detainee behaviours
• Coordinating daily routines, including casework and program attendance, facilitation of case conferences, completion of all appropriate documentation and coordination of data entry to ensure compliance, consistency and quality is maintained.
• Reviews investigation reports of detainee misbehaviour, conducts enquiries and makes determinations when detainee appeals are lodged in relation to action to be taken ensuring those actions are procedurally correct, fair and equitable.
• As Duty Manager, oversee the running of the Centre as a whole, ensuring appropriate strategies are in place for the effective use of staffing and resources to manage any identified risks.

What we’re looking for

• Certificate IV Youth Work (Youth Justice) or Community Services (or equivalent)
• Certificate IV in Business (Frontline Management) or equivalent
• Possession of, or willingness to obtain, a ‘Provide First Aid’ Certificate (HLTAID003)
• A current Drivers licence.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check clearance.

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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage, and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• A challenging and rewarding career.
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

Want more information?  Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.

We do work that really matters.

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Are you ready to join us?

Click apply. You will need to attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum five pages) and a cover letter (maximum three pages) with a brief outline on how you meet the focus capabilities & requirements of the role and answer the two targeted questions below:

1. Describe a situation where you had to explain complex information to a diverse group of people.  What steps did you take to ensure that your team understood?

2. What do you consider to be the most important roles and responsibilities of a Unit Manager in a custodial environment?

Applications close Sunday 28 July 2024 at 11:59pm AEST.

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Leilani Tonumaipea via leilani.tonumaipea@dcj.nsw.gov.au or 0429 139 694.

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Lisa Smith on 02 8688 1119 or via lisa.smith3@dcj.nsw.gov.au

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups.

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

Other Information

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

For more information and advice on applying for roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal people https://www.dcj.nsw.gov.au/about-us/careers-at-dcj/pathways/careers-for-aboriginal-people.html

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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