Brisbane

Youth Justice Officer

Youth Justice Officers supervise young people in custody, supporting their personal development and referring them to essential services, education, or welfare agencies. They are employed by juvenile detention centres and correctional services, so strict lockup, search and security duties are a critical part of the job.

Many young offenders come from challenging environments, without positive role models. So to be a successful Youth Justice Officer you’ll need the confidence to challenge difficult behaviour, and the interpersonal skills to become a stable role model to the young people under your supervision.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $76,752
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a youth justice officer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services

Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 18 months
$100 - $15,631
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC50421

Diploma of Youth Work

Online
18 months
$6,006
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC40421

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Online
12 months
$2,496
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC50321

Diploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Online
18 months
$6,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC40521

Certificate IV in Youth Justice

On Campus
5 weeks
$1,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC40321

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $14,107
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
22594VIC

Diploma of Justice

Online
12 - 18 months
$0 - $8,371
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC50521

Diploma of Youth Justice

On Campus
5 weeks
$1,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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