Community Corrections Officer | Full-time Permanent

Job Description

Community Corrections OfficerFull-time Permanent Details : ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS) is looking for a highly motivated, values-driven professional to join Community Operations as a Community Corrections Officer (CCO) ASO6. A career as a CCO is unlike any other in the public service and is challenging and genuinely rewarding. In collaboration with offenders, you will be required to assess, develop, implement and monitor case management plans that aim to reduce the potential for reoffending. As a CCO you will be required to provide written and verbal reports to the Courts and releasing authorities in relation to offender management, risk assessment and intervention. In addition, Community Corrections Officers are required to simultaneously support and encourage individuals to make positive change in their life, while also monitoring compliance with conditions of their Order. Case management and supervision may include conducting assessments at the individual’s place of residence and/or employment. To be successful in this role, you will be able to work collaboratively, compose and edit complex written material and demonstrate a high level of analytical and organisational skills. A capacity to meet critical deadlines is essential. Whilst experience in working with offenders and relevant tertiary qualifications are highly desirable, as is case management experience, we are interested in hearing from people from a variety of backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/ Other Requirements: This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 27(4) of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. Experience working in the criminal justice system and relevant tertiary qualifications are highly desirable. Must complete designated ACT Corrective Services Community Operations suite of training programs. Background National Police checks will be conducted. This position requires Working with Vulnerable People registration. This position may require a pre-employment medical examination. To be eligible for permanent or temporary employment within the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident or hold a valid work visa. If an officer no longer holds a visa that permits them to work in Australia, their employment with the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) will be terminated. Note: This is anIdentified position in accordance with Section 27(4) of thePublic Sector Management Act 1994 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This role has been declared Identified to support equitable employment opportunities by increasing access to employment and promoting a diverse and representative workforce. Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage may be requested. Opportunities for flexible working options could include hybrid working, being a combination of working from home, designated office based and FlexiSpace working locations across the ACT, part-time hours, job-sharing, flexible start, and finish times. How to Apply: To apply, applicants are required to submit three items: A one-to-two-page written response addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, Behavioural Capabilities, having regard for the job requirements. A current curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager). A copy of your current driver’s licence. Please ensure you submit all three items. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button Below. #J-18808-Ljbffr