60 hours per fortnight, maximum-term position for 12 months.

Ballarat. Travel to other locations may be required.

Take the next step in your career with CatholicCare Victoria. 

A brief snapshot about this exciting opportunity: 

The YJGC Convenor plays an essential role in coordinating and facilitating each group conference and is responsible for engaging with the young person that has offended, victim/s, their family members /significant others, and liaising with community members and other key stakeholders to develop and implement outcome plans that supports effective re-integration into the community following the conference process.

Specifically, the position is responsible for:

• Actively engage with young people to participate in the conference process and support the individual to achieve successful outcomes Undertake pre-conference preparation activities, facilitate and deliver group conferences within the required program guidelines and legislative requirements and undertake post conference follow up.
• Attend Children’s Court to provide a direct contact liaison for the Court as required.

If you have the below skills & experience – we would love to hear from you! 

• Tertiary qualifications in Youth Work, Welfare, Social Work, Restorative Justice, Mediation, or relevant discipline
• Commitment to restorative justice principles and practices.
• Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children, including children with a disability and from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.

All about CatholicCare Victoria

CatholicCare Victoria is a leading and influential provider of charitable and social services in Victoria.  The Mission of CatholicCare Victoria is to build communities that recognise and nurture the dignity of each person.  Our employees share our Mission for a stronger, more inclusive society through supporting individuals, families and communities in times of need, especially those who are most disadvantaged, vulnerable and/or marginalised.

We deliver excellence in a broad range of child, family and youth services, family relationship services, school counselling and pastoral care services, social housing, employment and advocacy services across various office locations and delivery sites in Victoria.

We draw on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching to inspire and direct our endeavours.  We value and respect human dignity, and embrace diversity in an inclusive work environment. 

At CatholicCare Victoria we live our values of Respectfulness, Integrity, Inclusivity, Collaboration and Compassion.

Our employee benefits at CatholicCare Victoria offer: 

At CatholicCare Victoria we offer:

• A family friendly working environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Salary packaging for eligible staff.

We embrace, value and respect an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. 

We are committed to the safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

At CatholicCare Victoria we take inclusion and diversity seriously. We make diversity, equity, and inclusion a part of everything we do.  Our team, and those we serve are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or life stage.

Want to work for CCV? Please see below for how to apply! 

For further information and how to apply, visit our website www.catholiccarevic.org.au 

Enquiries to:  Applicants are encouraged to contact Linda Ferguson, Team Leader Youth Justice, 0490 305 650 for a confidential discussion. 

Applications close:  Sunday, 29th October 2023.

Applications are required to be submitted via our website www.catholiccarevic.org.au for your application to be considered. 

Please ensure your application includes your resume and a cover letter detailing a summary of your experience relevant to the position.

The successful applicant must have right to work in Australia.

Should you require cultural or other support in submitting your application, please contact our People and Culture Department on 03 4344 4798.

Should you require information in alternative formats, please contact our People and Culture Department on 03 4344 4798.