Senior Community Corrections Officer

Position number : 003912, 016102, 016103

Work type : Permanent - Full Time

Location : Perth CBD

Attachments : - Job Description Form - Senior Community Corrections Officer.pdf

• Applicant Information Pack

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This process is to fill three (3) permanent, full-time vacancies. About Justice When you join the Department of Justice , you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.

About the role The Senior Community Corrections Officer (SCCO) reports to the Team Leader and operates as part of the Branch case management team with responsibility for case management of offenders or defendants (in accordance with Orders and appropriate standards) who present a greater degree of complexity and / or potential harm to the safety of the community.

Working as a SCCO at the Community Offender Monitoring Unit you will be involved in :

Providing assessments and managing offenders or defendants who present a greater degree of complexity and / or potential harm to the safety of the community as required. Providing written and verbal advice on bail, sentencing, releasing authorities and external agencies. Undertaking screening and assessment of offenders to determine risk and developing viable intervention plans. Using culturally appropriate work practices when working with Aboriginal people and other cultural groups. Working collaboratively and liaising with other agencies, divisions and stakeholders and communities in relation to allocated offenders subject to the High Risk Serious Offenders Act 2020. Under the direction of the Team Leader, allocating, reviewing and endorsing reports, cases, associated activities, monitoring standards of work produced and recommending remedial action. Permanent positions – To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

Benefits and opportunities Flexible working arrangements Career pathway opportunities Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families. Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice. Application process How to apply Please ensure you review the attached JDF for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit : Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements. A written statement no more than two (2) pages addressing the following Job-Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria . Please provide examples to support your claims. Achieve Results Builds Productive Relationships Knowledge and understanding of legislation and best practice relating to the management of offenders and defendants in the community. Contact details of two work related referees All remaining Job-Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2 : Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner's Instructions and No. 39 : Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies . Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered during this period.

Equity and Diversity The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the 'Further Information' section or contact or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.

For further job-related information If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Shae Hazzard, Team Leader, Adult Community Corrections on (08) 9264 6419 for a confidential discussion.

Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted. If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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