This is a Permanent, Part -Time (0.8) opportunity.
Role
The Assistant Community Corrections Officer reports to the Team Leader ACC and undertakes low risk regime and provides support to other members of the Case Management Team to ensure offender compliance with orders (e.g. monitoring and reporting on attendance at community work and program activities).
Responsibilities include
- Management & oversight of the compliance of selected offenders on low risk regime and those offenders residing interstate.
- Provision of an appropriate level of management and monitoring of offenders and defendants subject to electronic monitoring and offenders and defendants subject to curfews including the installation/retrieval of equipment and facilitating authorised absences during curfews.
- Preparation of reports case management associated with the allocated workload.
- Preparation of Breach Advices and serving of Orders to Attend.
- Following up allocated offenders in relation to attendance at community work and programs.
Job related requirements
- When working in a regional area there is a requirement for every ACCO to be away from home for periods of time.
- Travel will be required to be undertaken when working in regional and/or remote areas so there is a requirement for every ACCO in a region to drive vehicles (including 4WD) with manual transmissions and as such, a current manual driver's licence (class C) must be held when working in a regional or remote area. There is also a requirement to travel via airplane including light aircraft.
- Please see the attached JDF for more information about the Role Specific Responsibilities of this position. All Departmental employees are required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
Further job related information
If you are interested in this position and would like further information on the role, contact Michael Thompson on (08) 9791 0100.
How to apply
The Department preferred method of application is via the Apply Now button below. You will be required to complete relevant personal information and attach documents as requested.
Provide a current resume including the contact details of 2 recent work referees and a statement addressing the following work related requirements:
- Communication - Effective interpersonal skills, verbal and written (including keyboard skills and computer literacy) communication skills. The ability to communicate with diverse people in a culturally appropriate manner.
- Problem Solving - The ability to develop solutions to problems to achieve desired outcomes.
- Knowledge - Knowledge of community resources.
Any remaining work related requirements as listed in the JDF may be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Please ensure that at least 1 referee is a current or recent supervisor/line manager.
Forwarding your application
To apply applicants are requested to:
Apply online (Preferred)
- Click on the “Apply for Job” button at the top/bottom of the screen
- Complete all of the online application questions
- Attach all required documentation
*Please Note: Form PSD0001 will be required to be printed and completed if you are invited to interview, do not include with your application.
By post
- Complete application for vacancy form which is attached to the advert
- Attach all required documentation and ensure all the above is stapled
- Post your completed application to:
DCS Recruiting Branch
Department of Corrective Services
Locked Bag 22, Cloisters Square
Perth WA 6850
Please note:
- Proforma, faxed, hand delivered, emailed and late applications will not be accepted.
- As we prefer to contact you by email for any interview or other matter, you are encouraged to apply online and provide a current valid e-mail address.
People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department upholds a working environment that is free from discrimination in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable may be considered for similar vacancies over a 12 month period.