At a Glance
- Tasks: Support programs that help people transition back to the community and build essential skills.
- Company: Join a supportive team within the Department of Justice and Community Safety.
- Benefits: Earn between $62,104 - $79,753 per year plus super, with ongoing full-time stability.
- Other info: Flexible work environment with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable administration experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in correctional environments or welfare is a plus; strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 62104 - 79753 $ per year.
- Help people prepare for a successful return to the community.
- Support programs that make a real difference every day.
- Build strong relationships in a supportive prison team.
- Use your people skills while growing your administration experience.
- Ongoing, full-time role earning $62,104 - $79,753 per year, plus super.
- Beechworth, Victoria location
- About This Role
- Help people prepare for a successful return to the community.
- Support programs that make a real difference every day.
- Build strong relationships in a supportive prison team.
- Use your people skills while growing your administration experience.
- Ongoing, full-time role earning $62,104 - $79,753 per year, plus super.
- Beechworth, Victoria location
What You Will Do
As programs officer, you will support prisoner programs that help people build skills and prepare for life after prison.
You will work with a friendly team, support daily program delivery and help keep important services running well.
- You Will
- deliver prisoner programs and support services, including intake and orientation
- assist prisoners to access programs, activities and welfare support
- complete administration, maintain records and manage program information
- support staff with prisoner referrals, welfare requests and daily program activities
- work with multidisciplinary teams to encourage program participation and support successful community transition.
About You
You should have experience or an understanding of working in a correctional environment.
Experience in welfare, employment or housing is an advantage.
A Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment is desirable but not essential.
- You Should Also Have
- experience using digital tools such as Microsoft 365 applications
- strong communication skills and the ability to explain information clearly
- flexibility and a respectful approach when working with people from diverse backgrounds
- sound problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.
If you have any further questions, feel free to email Kylie Ninnes at Kylie. Ninnes@justice. vic. gov. au.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
- Important Information
- Child safe statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality.
Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon.
We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
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Programs Officer employer: Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
The Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff while fostering a supportive work culture. Working at H.M Prison Langi Kal Kal offers unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of prisoners through training and skill development, all within a safe and compliant environment. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing and professional advancement, this role is perfect for those looking to contribute to community safety and rehabilitation.
Contact Details:
Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria Recruitment Team
