Careers that create change from the inside out
Working in youth justice is about empowering young people in custody to steer their lives in a more positive direction when they return to the community. If you are passionate about changing lives for the better, becoming a youth justice worker is the ideal place to start.
Youth justice precincts
Youth justice workers empower young people to steer their lives in a positive direction. Find out more about our precincts in Victoria.
About youth justice
Discover the impact you can make in youth justice and the skills we need.
Career pathways
We are looking for a variety of people who can bring different skills to the role. Let us help you find your career fit.
How we work
Learn about how we work, including the recruitment process, benefits and key job requirements.
Youth Justice Community
Work in youth justice isn't confined to custodial facilities, we have staff doing great work out in the community too.
Applications open
Register for a live Careers Q&A session
Join one of our regular information sessions for intakes at Cherry Creek, Malmsbury and Parkville Youth Justice Precincts.
You can learn more about youth justice, the role of a youth justice worker and hear from current staff.
Monday 5 December, 6pm (External link)
Wednesday 14 December, 6pm (External link)
Wednesday 4 January, 6pm (External link)
Contact us
Youth justice worker recruitment
Phone:
1300 191 834
Email:
yjcsrecruitment@justice.vic.gov.au (External link)
Youth Justice Community recruitment
Phone:
(03) 8684 0165 or (03) 8684 0273
Email:
ccsrecruitment@justice.vic.gov.au (External link)