This is a Pool process with permanent full time and fixed term full time opportunities with the possibility of extension and/or permanency, subject to business requirements.
About the role
The Recreation Officer coordinates and delivers recreational activities including group sport, individual fitness, and passive activities to support prison operations. The position provides on the job instruction and supervision to prisoners who work in this area.
Bunbury Regional Prison is looking for someone who can demonstrate experience in the organisation and delivery of constructive recreational activities in a safe and appropriate manner as well as a demonstrated knowledge of sport fitness safety.
Recreation plays a key role in the physical & mental health and wellbeing of all prisoners.
This position is one of four Recreation Officers on staff at Bunbury. Due to this position being a 7 day/week role, there is a requirement to work every second weekend on a rolling roster.
Recreational activities generally run in line with community schedules for AFL football and cricket seasons although a variety of other sporting interests are conducted.
Bunbury is looking for an active and committed member to sporting and health needs that meet the entire prison cohort and can appropriately design and conduct a mix of passive, individual and recreational programs.
Eligibility
C Class Drivers Licence.
Relevant knowledge/experience in organising and delivering recreational activities, knowledge of sport fitness safety and the ability to encourage participation.
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the contract.
All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.
About us
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.
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:
- A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees including email addresses and;
- A statement no more than two (2) pages addressing the Job related requirements (selection criteria).
Please provide examples to support your claims.
- Recreation Programs and Events
- Computer Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
All remaining Job related requirements (selection criteria) will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Pool Recruitment
This pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term, full time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however an appointment is not guaranteed.
The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at similar locations, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.
Currently, there is one (1) permanent position and one (1) fixed term contract with possibility of permanency available for immediate filling.
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.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
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 WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.
As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Further Information
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Joanne Hellema, Assistant Superintendent Offender Services on (08) 9795 2650 for a confidential discussion.
