Join Victoria's Youth Justice Precinct at Parkville. Lead a dynamic team who manage daily movements across the precinct engaging with a wide range of stakeholders internally and externally. Take the lead in managing the implementation of the Structured Day Program. The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) is responsible for the statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system in Victoria focussing on prevention, diversion, and early intervention as the most effective and fiscally responsible ways of reducing youth crime. As an area within the department, Youth Justice is committed to the demonstration of the departmental values at all times; serve the community, work together, act with integrity, respect other people and make it happen. Youth justice custodial centres accommodate young people aged 12-18 years who have been remanded or sentenced by the Criminal Division of the Children's Court, and some 18–21 year olds sentenced by Adult Courts to a youth justice custodial centre. Youth Justice Custodial Services aim to engage young people in change by addressing their offending behaviour and equipping them with the skills required for positive community participation, within a safe and secure environment. Structured Day Program The development of the Structured Day initiative is directly aligned to a recommendation from the Armytage and Ogloff review completed in 2017 that focuses on maximising engagement and consistency across the precincts. The Structured Day is underpinned by the notion that each young person's timetable should reflect their needs identified in their individual case plans. The Movements Manager is integral in leading this initiative, by ensuring the compilation of timetables from all service providers, programs, Parkville College, professional and personal visits aligned to the young people's case plans to address their rehabilitative needs. A structured schedule will allow for more meaningful engagement in programs, classes and activities and provide the young person clear expectations of their behaviour. The Movements Manager is responsible for the management of daily movements across the precinct, including managing and supporting a number of staffing groups. Additionally, this role will take the lead in implementing, evaluating, and managing the structured day program. The opportunity Fixed-Term, full-time position through to the 1st November 2026 based at the Parkville Youth Justice Precinct but working flexibly across other Youth Justice Custodial Precincts (Cherry Creek & Malmsbury), where needed to respond to operational requirements. YJW4 role: $104,545 - $118,631 per year plus super. Develop, assist and lead projects and staffing groups relating to movements and escort officers across the precinct. Provide oversight and lead the implementation of the structured day and all daily movements across the precinct, ensuring maximum fluidity and efficiency is achieved from a dedicated escort team. Provide oversight and lead the implementation of the Structured Day IT Platform. Lead and support individuals in achieving their potential while maximising their contribution to achieve their goals and outcomes Plan and prioritise workload to ensure the effective delivery of high quality, responsive and timely outcomes Providing employees with relevant information and access to safe systems of work. Where relevant, manage and monitor specific improvement objectives in annual improvement plans relating to the area of responsibility Provide oversight and governance of all internal and external activities relating to a young person's Structured Day. Prepare comprehensive written reports, briefings and presentations to inform and influence key stakeholders. Maintain ongoing communication with staff to ensure all visits and appointments are met and appropriately aligned to young people's case plans to ensure delivery of services to young people, in accordance with the structured day and daily movements timetable. Establish positive working relationships to confidently negotiate with a range of internal and external stakeholders and represent Youth Justice at forums, conferences, discussions, and meetings. Keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements To be successful in this role you will have: Demonstrated experience in the professional supervision and development of a team of staff including the day to day management of work organisation, resources allocation and service delivery. Advanced experience and knowledge of the youth justice environment, including an understanding of issues and complexities of the youth justice system. Demonstrated experience using IT systems for recording and reporting data particularly with MS Excel. A current drivers' licence is required in order to travel to other Youth Justice Custodial sites You will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check, which you will need to maintain for the period of employment. To learn more about the type of skills you will need to thrive in this role, please read the position description. What's in it for you? You will be working for the Department of Justice and Community Safety, which is one arm of the Victorian State Government, a recognised top employer of choice nationally. All our staff work to the vision of a safe, just, innovative and thriving Victoria. There are many advantages in working for the department, including: Job stability – position as a member of the Victorian Public Service (VPS). A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions and salary sacrificing options. Transparent performance framework – approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your manager. Generous leave entitlements – provisions for many forms of leave; including personal, parental, carers, study, cultural, compassionate, and sick leave. Employee Assistance Program support – you are encouraged to use this short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning. If you have any queries, please contact Samantha Knight on 0459 859 513 or samantha.a.knight@justice.vic.gov.au Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Recruitment Team throughout the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to contact Aboriginalrecruitment@justice.vic.gov.au if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process. For Aboriginal Designated and Prioritised positions, a Certificate of Aboriginality (CoA) will be required prior to an offer of employment being made We want to make sure all Victorians feel represented by the department's work. One of the ways we do this is by recruiting a diverse workforce – we welcome people of any gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability and cultural background. We are also committed to the Victorian Government's promise to increase the number of veterans working in the public sector. We're proud of our individual differences. We're proud of the many languages we speak and the stories we can share with each other. We hope you will share your story too. If this sounds like a compelling job that you believe your skills would be a great match for, please APPLY NOW. Applications close 11.59pm, Sunday 22 nd February 2026. How to apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
