Organisation : Jesuit Social Services
Location : Melbourne
Work type : Full-time, Contract/Temporary
Sector : Community Development, Youth & Young People
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $72,361 – $76,155
Application closing date : 5 Jul, 2021
About the organisation
About the organisation
Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential.
Since 1977, we’ve provided services in some of the most disadvantaged in our community.
We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.
About the program
Youth Justice Group Conferencing (YJGC)
YJGC is a state wide program legislated under the Child Youth and Families Act 2005 (Vic). YJGC accepts referrals through the Children’s Court. It aims to provide an effective community rehabilitation intervention at the pre-sentence stage of the court process.
Youth Justice Group Conferencing is a program based on restorative justice principles. It is a problem solving approach to offending that aims to balance the needs of young people, victims and the community by encouraging dialogue between individuals and groups who have offended and those who have been harmed, both directly and indirectly.
RESTORE
RESTORE supports families where young people are using violence in the home and are the respondent to a Family Violence Intervention Order application. RESTORE accepts referrals through the Family division of the Melbourne Children’s Court. It aims to meet the needs of both the young person and their family, and assist families who wish to stay together, to address the violence. A family group conference can assist families to make sense of complex issues and dynamics, address concerns about safety, and put in place practical, tailored strategies that reset right relations.
Community Conferencing
Community Conferencing is a non-legislated approach using restorative practice that seeks to repair relationships that have been damaged between individuals, families, groups and communities in a range of settings. It takes into consideration the needs of those responsible for harm caused and the person, family or community affected by the harm. This approach aims to transform conflict into cooperation, harness that cooperation for problem-solving, prevent further harm, promote well-being and develop a pragmatic plan to coordinate community based resources to provide support and oversight. Community Conferencing operates across a range of contexts including but not limited to, the Children’s Court Youth Diversion Service (CCYD), pre-release conferencing and conferencing in schools (ENGAGE).
About the role
- Be part of an organisation that makes a difference in the community
Dandenong location
2 positions available
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably experienced individual to take on the role of Restorative Practitioner within our Community Justice team.
There are 2 full time positions available based in Dandenong.
The salary range is between $72,361 – $76,155 per annum, plus superannuation and salary packaging is offered, together with ongoing professional and career development.
Candidate Requirements
This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:
- Experience working in one or more of these areas: justice, education, residential care, community & mental health.
- Knowledge of restorative practice and its applications.
- Demonstrated understanding of strengths-based, trauma informed and therapeutic practice.
- Experience working with individuals and groups – identifying underlying issues, working with conflict, assisting people to communicate safely and effectively, working collaboratively with other services and supports.
- Excellent communication skills with young people, families and stakeholders – ability to be flexible, to listen actively, attentively and with understanding, to be responsive, and to practice with high empathy and authority.
- Understanding of the issues that may affect vulnerable or marginalised individuals, families and communities, including young people who come into contact with the criminal justice system.
- Ability to work with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and understanding of the role that culture plays as a protective factor.
- Ability to fulfill reporting and administrative requirements attached to the position;
- Excellent time management skills – specifically the ability to handle a variety of tasks with competing priorities, and within specific timelines.
What Jesuit Social Services can offer you:
- A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
- Ongoing role related training and development
- An organisation that lives their values, through our day to day work
- A welcoming and supportive environment
- Employee assistance program
- A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
- Generous leave
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Restorative Practitioner – Community Justice – Dandenong via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Development, #Youth_and_Young_People