Our justice programs provide support for people who are involved in the criminal justice system or who are exiting prisons and youth justice precincts. Our program participants are assessed as high risk/ high needs and have limited social and family networks, accommodation and post release support options. They often have multiple and complex health concerns.

We aim to deliver high quality programs that embody the principles of social justice. Activities include group programs, engagement events and individual support for young people, aligned to Dardi’s values (Diversity - Accountability – Respect – Determination – Inspire). Supported by female and male Elders to strengthen cultural support and connection for young people, staffed by a gender inclusive team of youth workers, all activities aim to build resilience, knowledge, and capacity across 10 domains:

· Culture (Country, Community, Identity)

· Physical and Mental Health

· AOD

· Communication and connection

· Respect and healthy relationships’

· Education and re-engagement

· Physical activities and Therapeutic exercises

· Goal setting

· Life skills

· Support for family members.

· Peer mentoring

The key responsibilities of the Restorative Healing Facilitator/Coordinator are:

Service delivery/ Practice Framework

· Convene and co-convene restorative processes between diverse parties and across a range of settings.

· Conduct preparation and follow up to ensure participants engage with restorative processes in meaningful and constructive ways.

· Maintain program awareness and presence by developing collaborative working relationships with diverse stakeholders in both statutory and non-statutory settings.

· Participate in core capability training, action learning and practice reflection opportunities to expand practice skills.

· To engage and build positive and constructive relationships with program participants.

· To deliver services consistent with program guidelines, relevant legislation and funding agreements.

· To maintain appropriate files, records and statistics to facilitate good practice and accountability.

· Understanding the purpose and expectations of the Victorian Child Safe Standards and demonstrated commitment to contributing to a child safe organisation in both practice and culture.

· The ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume work environment

· Monthly data is accurately maintained and provided to management as required.

· Other duties as required.

Leadership, teamwork, relationships and supervision

· Work effectively as part of a team, contributing to group outputs and reflective practice.

· Actively participate in regular supervision with the line manager, staff meetings and professional development opportunities.

Communication, Continuous Improvement and Professional Standards

· Ensure all written and verbal communication is professional and appropriate for the purposes of carrying out the responsibilities of your role and in accordance with the professional standards and values of the organisation.

· Commitment to continuous quality improvement processes.

· Compliance with relevant legislation, Code of Conduct, policies and procedures of Dardi Munwurro.

· Fulfil the reporting and administrative requirements associated with the position.

Diversity, inclusion and culture

· Demonstrate respect and acceptance of diversity at all times.

· Interact with staff, participants and other stakeholders in a manner that is inclusive, respectful and non-discriminatory.

· Provide culturally appropriate support.

Collaboration and Accountabilities

· Collaborating with Youth Workers and the Youth Services Manager when required in supporting high-quality individual supports for young people including intake, assessment, case planning, case work, case review and exit planning that respond to the needs, aspirations and risks of the young people.

· Support the Youth Services Manager to develop and maintain of community engagement, referral networks and program access pathways with key stakeholders (e.g., Local Aboriginal Community, police, courts, child protection, youth justice, legal services, family services, schools, education/skills providers, employment, health services, recreational groups, etc.)

· Support collaboration with other services and programs (e.g., Legal, Mental Health, Sexual health, LGBTQIA+, Sports and Creative Arts) that maximise access opportunities for young people, including co-delivery of group programs.

· Contribute to management and documenting of critical incidents in accordance with Dardi Munwurro policy and procedures.

· Contribute to collating information for program evaluation, reporting and funding acquittals.

· Contribute to a review and development of youth service activities and practice processes.

· Model appropriate behaviour and facilitate positive communication between young people.

Key Organisational Accountabilities

· Adhere to the Dardi Munwurro Code of Conduct and Policy and Procedures at all times

· Participation in all induction and onboarding activities and required training, including First Aid, Child Safety and MARAM

· Support and participate in Dardi Munwurro’s strategic planning.

· Ensure appropriate use of resources

· Participate in debriefing and supervision support in accordance with Dardi Policy

· Demonstrated commitment to community participation and ongoing engagement with clients

· Carry out duties in a manner that does not negatively affect yours and the individual’s own safety or others by following the agreed procedures, reporting all incidents, injuries, near misses, as well as cooperating with any measures introduced in the workplace to improve Work Health & Safety

· Participate in the revision of organisational policies and procedures

· Participate in Dardi Munwurro meetings, training and professional development as required

· While at work, comply with requirements as noted in the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004

Meet all the legislative requirements related to the position, including privacy requirements

Key Selection Criteria - Qualifications, skills and essential competencies

The successful candidates will require:

- Knowledge of restorative practice and understanding of how it can be applied.

- Demonstrated experience delivering group activities, events and individual case work to young people in the context of competing demands.

- Relevant qualifications in Youth Work, Social Work, Alcohol and Drugs, Community Services, or other health related qualifications (e.g., Family Studies) and/or extensive experience in the field.

- Demonstrated experience in working with at risk Aboriginal young people and their families.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to manage effective relationships with diverse stakeholders including Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organisations, Police, health, mental health and AOD services providers, child and family services.

- Excellent time management, work planning and reporting skills.

- Ability to provide trauma-informed and culturally safe support to young people and their families.

- Demonstrated knowledge of the service system and resources available to support young people with complex needs.

- Commitment to role-modelling Dardi Munwurro’s values of Diversity, Accountability, Respect, Determination and Integrity.

- Current Victorian Drivers’ License.

All candidates must satisfy a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. We are seeking to establish a gender inclusive team.

Child Safety

Dardi Munwurro is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a child safe organisation, employment with Dardi is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check to your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

How to apply

Please submit a copy of the following documents to [email protected]

· Cover letter outlining your interest in the role and outlining your experience and qualifications relate to the Key Selection Criteria for the position

· Resume

· Academic transcript (if applicable)