Permanent/Fixed term/Full-time/Part-time
Role
Casuarina Prison is situated approximately 40kms from the CBD of Perth and is the State’s largest Maximum Security prison designed to hold prisoners of all classifications from across the state. The Prison caters for adult male prisoners who have committed violent and/or other serious offences and who have long terms of imprisonment and are rated Maximum Security.
The Vocational and Support Officer – Canteen Officer will supervise and provide productive work for prisoners employed in the Canteen at Casuarina Prison, and will be responsible for instructing offenders on canteen procedures. Order and maintain stock levels for canteen purchases, operate within a budget set by the Finance Manager, and carry out stock-take and produce a trading account with profit and loss statement for the Finance Manager. The Vocational & Support Officer - Canteen Officer will be responsible for the sale of goods to prisoners, identify trends in purchasing and report this information to the Finance Manager.
Job related requirements
Please note the following additional pre-appointment requirements to comply with the Prisons Act and Regulations and applicable Departmental policy and procedures. A successful applicant must complete the Employment Profile Assessment as determined by the DCS Recruitment Psychologist, possess a current ‘C’ class motor vehicle driver’s licence, possess a valid Senior First Aid qualification (or equivalent) received from an accredited training provider and be willing to undertake training applicable to the role through the Department’s Training Academy.
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 Christine Minnock on (08) 9411 5216.
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 in no more than 2 A4 pages pages:
Communication
Time Management and Organisation
Team Work
Information and Knowledge Management (record keeping)
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:
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which permanent, fixed term, full-time and part-time appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. The pool will operate for a 12 month period.