Youth Worker – Children’s Court Cubby House

The role:

Reporting into the Cubby House Coordinator, this role is responsible for managing the operations of the Cubby House at the Melbourne Children’s Court. The Cubby House is a safe waiting room for children visiting the court, majority of whom are in protective care of the Department Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH).

We have a 0.8 part time role contracted until May 2025 and a casual position vacant. These positions are formally based at Melbourne Children’s Court; however, flexibility is required to operate from the Broadmeadow Children’s Court if needed.

Responsibilities:

• Providing a safe space for children and young people attending the Children’s Court 
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the Cubby House 
• Taking the initiative to make improvements and enhance the performance of the Cubby House
• Completing appropriate, relevant case notes in a timely manner
• Forming and maintaining strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders e.g. DFFH Child Protection staff

Experience required:

• Experience working with children and families, preferably those involved with Child Protection (essential).
• A qualification in Youth Work or equivalent discipline, or study towards this qualification (desirable).
• Experience engaging with traumatised children and young people and manage a range of complex behaviours (essential).
• Capacity to work in a complex court environment
• An understanding of social welfare and policy environments

We’ll give you a purpose-led culture with a focus on wellbeing, including:

• Access to full NFP salary packaging benefits. 
• Genuine flexibility
• Additional leave during the end of year break. 
• A purpose-led culture, with a supportive and friendly team environment.