Community Corrections Officer

3 weeks ago


Burwood, Victoria, Australia NSW Department of Communities and Justice Full time
Community Corrections Officer | Metro East & West Community Corrections Districts

Role overview

Community Corrections Officer (Talent pool creation) – Sydney Metro District Community Corrections, Corrective Services NSW. This is a talent pool for future ongoing and temporary roles within metro Sydney, valid for up to 18 months.

Employment type: Talent Pool Creation

Salary: $99,938 - $110,271 per annum, plus superannuation and leave loading (Clerk Grade 5/6).

Locations: Bankstown, Blacktown, Burwood, Campbelltown, City (Darlinghurst), Fairfield, Hornsby, Leichhardt, Liverpool, Long Bay (Malabar), Mount Druitt, Parklea, Parramatta, Penrith, Silverwater, St Leonards, Sutherland, Windsor. See Metropolitan Office Locations.

Note: Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Your role

As a Community Corrections Officer, you will join a dedicated team focused on offender rehabilitation and enhancing community safety. You will collaborate with individuals under supervision to develop and implement rehabilitative strategies, monitor progress toward goals, and conduct home visits to ensure compliance with conditions. You will help improve outcomes for diverse communities and will have opportunities for training and career progression within Corrective Services NSW.

This role offers extensive training opportunities, hands-on experience, and pathways for career advancement. A supportive work environment and ongoing development opportunities are provided to help you grow while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Aboriginal and CALD community knowledge and experience are valued, and non-Aboriginal applicants with relevant experience are welcome to apply.

What you'll gain

  • A career with purpose: contribute to safer communities and rehabilitation outcomes.
  • Fully paid, immersive training program (Certificate IV in Correctional Practice) over four weeks.
  • Autonomy and flexible working arrangements to manage your day.
  • A supportive, inclusive culture that values wellbeing and diversity.
  • Clear career pathways within Corrective Services and the NSW public sector.

Career progression

Career pathways include Senior Community Corrections Officer, Team Leader/Manager, Specialist roles in programs, training, or investigations, and opportunities across the NSW justice and human services sector.

What we're looking for

  • Understanding of the NSW criminal justice system and case management skills; awareness of Aboriginal communities' needs.
  • Commitment to building strong relationships between Community Corrections and local service providers and Aboriginal communities.
  • Strong values, integrity, and focus on community safety.
  • Ability to foster positive relationships with Aboriginal and CALD communities.
  • Excellent communication, confidentiality, and integrity in all interactions.
  • Experience in case management, resilience, and a proactive, positive attitude.
  • Ability to work from an office and conduct face-to-face interactions with individuals under supervision.
  • Cultural sensitivity and ability to operate in challenging environments; decisive in managing complex situations.

Training and application details

Successful candidates will complete a mandatory four-week, in-person, paid training program at Corrective Services Brush Farm Academy as part of the Certificate IV in Correctional Practice curriculum. The role description, daily life information, and recruitment journey are available on the DCJ website.

How to apply

Apply via the DCJ Careers site. Include a cover letter (max 2 pages) detailing how you meet the requirements and an up-to-date résumé (max 5 pages).

Important dates

Applications close Wednesday 3 September 2025 at 11:00pm AEST.

Inclusion and contact information

For information or to request recruitment adjustments, contact our hiring managers or the DCJ Inclusion and Diversity team. See the DCJ website for details.

Note We hire people with diverse skills and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and welcome applicants who can contribute to an inclusive workforce.


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