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, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to 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
Justice Programs
Jesuit Social Services’ Justice Programs provide holistic support service for adults and young people involved in the justice system or who are exiting prisons and/or youth justice centres. Our programs target those who are assessed as high risk/need, with limited social and family networks, limited accommodation and post release support options and experiencing multiple and complex health problems. Staff deliver quality programs in a manner that reflects the social justice principles of participation, equity, access and respect. Services include intensive outreach support, case management, supported accommodation, drug and alcohol counselling, recreation programs and employment/training programs. Our adult and youth justice work contributes to regional and state-wide advisory forums and networks and assists in a more comprehensive approach to justice through partnerships with government agencies and other service providers, as well as to legislation, policy development and advocacy.
Enhanced Bail Community Support Service
The Victorian Government has established a two-year, metropolitan-based trial to enhance monitoring and support for young people on bail. The Enhanced Bail Supervision and Support (EBSS) trial will allow young people to be subject to electronic monitoring (EM) bail conditions and provide additional support to high-risk young people via more intensive case management, bail compliance oversight and support to high-risk young people with complex needs.
The Enhanced Bail Community Support Service will provide non-statutory support to young people subject to EBSS and provide support and meaningful, structured activity to address any needs and support the young person’s compliance with the order.
Job Description
About the role
We are seeking tertiary qualified, experienced and dedicated Youth and Family Workers for our Enhanced Bail Community Support Service (EBCS) team. These roles will provide focused and practical support for young people and their families, including some after-hours work. This will include supporting the young person and family’s understanding of the young person’s order and attached requirements, supporting family relationships (boundaries, restorative conversations, parenting strategies and techniques), emotional support, practical support and linkages to broader community supports
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
- Salary $97,000 to $102,950 depending on skills and experience
Desired Skills and Experience
Candidate Requirements
These roles will suit candidates with the following skills and experience:
- Tertiary qualification/s in field such as social work, psychology and/or family therapy.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in working effectively with young people experiencing substance misuse, homelessness, mental health concerns, violent or aggressive behaviours and other complex problems that may result in offending behaviour
- Experience and understanding of family-inclusive practice including family systems and attachment theories and experience in the application of these theories in practice to enhance family functioning.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of trauma, key child developmental stages and age-appropriate strategies and interventions.
- Demonstrated understanding of the impacts of family violence and the capacity to apply appropriate theoretical frameworks, including knowledge of MARAM risk assessments, needs and protective factors.
- Demonstrated understanding of cultural practice; particularly as it relates to family.
- Skills in translating theory to practice for the purpose of capacity building a diverse range of front-line EBCSS staff
For further details please contact Nicole Ford on 0455 283 163. Applications must include a resume, cover letter and address each of the Key Selection Criteria.
Applications close 5.00 p.m. 4th August 2025
Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.
We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.
Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
