Caseworkers provide professional intervention to young offenders subject to youth justice intervention, with the aim of reducing re-offending.

Mandatory requirements and qualifications

It is a requirement of this role to have possession of a tertiary degree relevant to the role such as social work, behavioral science or social science, criminology, or other recognized degree. Please see further information below for specifics of mandatory role requirements.

Positions based at this service centre will require regular travel into remote communities across the Cape York and Torres Strait Islands. Applicants interested in these remote travelling roles should expect that they will be travelling for 1-2 weeks a month (Monday to Friday). Travel allowances are paid while you are away

Job details

Mandatory requirements and qualifications:

It is a requirement of this role to have possession of a tertiary degree relevant to the role such as social work, behavioral science or social science, criminology, or other recognized degree. Please see further information below for specifics of mandatory role requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Caseworker, you will specifically:

• Demonstrate cultural capability and/or a commitment to developing cultural capability to ensure an inclusive culture that aligns with the Human Rights Act 2019 and supports departmental programs and community partnerships aimed at preserving cultural connections for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Work effectively within a statutory environment to manage the dual roles of monitoring young offenders' compliance with court orders and intervening to address issues that place them at risk of re-offending.
• Proactively work to reduce re-offending using culturally appropriate, collaborative and evidence-based assessment and intervention skills, processes and programs including restorative justice activities.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team including a range of internal and external stakeholders, to achieve positive outcomes for victims, young offenders, their families, and the community.
• Prepare and present verbal and written reports to the Children's Court on behalf of the Chief Executive. Conduct pre and post court interviews, prepare quality presentence reports, affidavits, and other relevant documentation to support best practice outcomes for young people in the justice system.
• Undertake record keeping and information management tasks to ensure accountability.
• Actively participate in a range of continuing professional development activities to continuously improve your ability to contribute to organizational goals, including training, supervision, and relevant accreditation.

Job Ad Reference:  QLD/684595/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 21st April 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Two permanent full-time positions available

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 684595-26-DYJ Candidate Information Pack (Word, 418KB)
  
  
  684595-26-Role Profile (Word, 429KB)