Job Description
The role of the Resource Officer is to assist in the provision of restorative justice processes within Youth Justice. This will include responsibility for resources that will support and assist the provision of restorative justice processes, the monitoring of restorative process outcomes and conducting conferences as an approved convenor under the Youth Justice Act (1++2).
As Resource Officer, 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 201+ and supports departmental programs and community partnerships aimed at preserving cultural connections for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Assist in the provision of restorative justice processes within Youth Justice through identifying and engaging with relevant programs and services as required; and support the development, monitoring and administration of restorative justice processes.
Work effectively within a statutory environment to facilitate restorative justice processes with young people who have committed offences, victims, and other relevant parties; and complete all tasks consistent with legislative, policy and procedural requirements.
Ensure that written and oral information and advice to courts, agencies and other stakeholders is in accordance with relevant statutory, legislative, policy and procedural requirements.
Work collaboratively as part of a team, to achieve positive outcomes for victims, young people who have committed offences, their families, and the community.
Identify, liaise, and maintain strong working relationships with relevant external stakeholders.
Pro-actively work to ensure the use of culturally appropriate, collaborative, and evidence-based restorative justice processes that align with Youth Justice strategic direction.
Actively participate in a range of continuing professional development activities to continuously improve your ability to contribute to organisational goals, including training, supervision, and accreditation.
Contribute to a departmental culture that ensures sensitive and effective communication with people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds as well as an appreciation of cultural protocols and an awareness of the impacts of historical policies and practices.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/616357/25
Closing Date: Friday, 7 th February 2026
Occupational group Community Care
As Resource Officer, 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 201+ and supports departmental programs and community partnerships aimed at preserving cultural connections for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Assist in the provision of restorative justice processes within Youth Justice through identifying and engaging with relevant programs and services as required; and support the development, monitoring and administration of restorative justice processes.
Work effectively within a statutory environment to facilitate restorative justice processes with young people who have committed offences, victims, and other relevant parties; and complete all tasks consistent with legislative, policy and procedural requirements.
Ensure that written and oral information and advice to courts, agencies and other stakeholders is in accordance with relevant statutory, legislative, policy and procedural requirements.
Work collaboratively as part of a team, to achieve positive outcomes for victims, young people who have committed offences, their families, and the community.
Identify, liaise, and maintain strong working relationships with relevant external stakeholders.
Pro-actively work to ensure the use of culturally appropriate, collaborative, and evidence-based restorative justice processes that align with Youth Justice strategic direction.
Actively participate in a range of continuing professional development activities to continuously improve your ability to contribute to organisational goals, including training, supervision, and accreditation.
Contribute to a departmental culture that ensures sensitive and effective communication with people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds as well as an appreciation of cultural protocols and an awareness of the impacts of historical policies and practices.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/616357/25
Closing Date: Friday, 7 th February 2026
Occupational group Community Care
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Resource Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Cairns City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
