At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in custody and assist during court appearances.
- Company: Department of Communities and Justice, making a real difference in youth lives.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, structured training, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace encouraging diverse backgrounds, with ongoing training and support.
- Why this job: Join a meaningful role where your life experience can truly impact young people's futures.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and resilience; no prior experience needed.
The predicted salary is between 36.2 - 36.2 $ per hour.
Department: Cobham YJC – Kingswood NSW
Employment type: Casual and unlock opportunities for temporary and ongoing roles
Salary: $36.20 per hour + loading (casual). Temporary and Ongoing - $71,777 – $80,129 + super + allowances
Shift work required. Usual shifts are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4.30pm
Training: Mandatory 5 weeks of full-time Induction Training & Assessment Program (ITAP). The 5-week full-time Induction Training and Assessment Program (ITAP) will take place at Cobham Youth Justice Centre (St Marys) and Yasmar Training Facilities (Haberfield). This intake is for February 2027 Training commencement.
Your role:
- Court Logistics Youth Officers are responsible for the transportation of young offenders in secure transport vehicles between centres and to courts across NSW.
- Youth Officers are accountable for supervision of young people in custody at the five metropolitan Children’s Courts and other regional Courts.
- Youth Officers provide support and guidance to young people during their court appearances, some of whom exhibit challenging behaviour.
- Court Logistics Youth Officers ensure young people’s needs are met by practicing pro-social modelling and encouraging pro-social values and behaviours in their interactions, while maintaining the safety and security of the unit.
- Court Logistics Youth Officers are rostered according to operational needs within the Sydney metropolitan area.
What you’ll do:
- Supervise young people in custody at various court locations and in transportation, and ensure all their needs such as health, hygiene and wellbeing are met on a daily basis.
- Respond to challenging situations.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for the young people and staff at all locations.
- Proactively avert risk and solve problems.
- Be a positive role model who is willing to reinforce boundaries and behaviours.
- Work in accordance with relevant department legislation, policies and procedures.
- Follow local procedures and assist young people in understanding the court process.
- Assist young people by role modelling and demonstrating expectations.
- Communicate well and find common ground with others.
- Remain calm in high pressure situations.
- Be energetic and enjoy working as part of a team.
- Be willing to participate in training to develop your skills.
- Be confident in managing conflict in a high pressure and fast paced environment.
- Be resilient and flexible in your approach to working with others.
You’ll receive five weeks of paid, full-time training to ensure you feel confident and prepared before starting in the Centre.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong communication and people skills– able to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Resilience and emotional maturity– remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
- Practical life experience– from work, family, or community involvement.
- Team-focused mindset– work collaboratively to maintain safety and structure.
- Cultural awareness– respect and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and communities.
Requirements:
- Possession of, or willingness to obtain a Medium Rigid (MR) Driver's licence by the end of the training period.
- Must possess a Provisional 2 NSW driver’s licence or above to apply.
- Current First Aid certificate (HLTAID011) or willingness to obtain.
- Working With Children Check clearance.
- Ability to pass medical, fitness, and criminal history checks.
- Availability to complete 5 weeks of full-time training (ITAP).
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
What We Offer:
- Paid, structured training to set you up for success.
- Clear career pathways within Youth Justice and the broader DCJ network.
- Competitive salary with shift penalties and allowances.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Health, wellbeing, and Employee Assistance Programs.
- A meaningful role where you can make a real difference every day.
Applications close 8 November 2026, at 11:00pm AEST.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit. We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds.
Youth Officer Court Logistics in Kingswood employer: Department: Cobham YJC
Working as an Assistant Manager at the Cobham Youth Justice Centre in Kingswood, NSW offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people in a supportive and collaborative environment. The Department of Communities and Justice prioritises employee growth through ongoing training and development, while fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity that values the contributions of all staff, particularly those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to meaningful work, this role is ideal for those looking to contribute to positive change in the community.
