Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer

3 weeks ago


Fulham Gardens, South Australia GEO Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer to join our team at Fulham Correctional Centre. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in providing pre and post-release services that promote health, wellbeing, and healing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoners, their families, and the broader community.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting new receptions in their adjustment to the prison environment, participating in case-management and reintegration planning, and motivating and supporting engagement in programs and services that seek to reduce re-offending. You will also lead the coordination of cultural activities, including NAIDOC events and Aboriginal specific programs within the prison.

You will provide individual support to Aboriginal prisoners at times of crisis, educate them on cultural heritage and identity, and support prisoners with issues related to family reconnection and community reintegration.

We are looking for someone with a deep understanding of Indigenous culture, peoples, Country, and traditions, as well as the impact that the criminal justice system has on indigenous men, families, and communities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide pre and post-release services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoners
  • Support new receptions in their adjustment to the prison environment
  • Participate in case-management and reintegration planning
  • Motivate and support engagement in programs and services that seek to reduce re-offending
  • Lead the coordination of cultural activities
  • Provide individual support to Aboriginal prisoners at times of crisis
Requirements
  • A demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community
  • A deep and authentic understanding of Indigenous culture, peoples, Country, and traditions
  • A demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with members of the Victorian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community
  • A demonstrated ability to be mature, flexible, and empathetic to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoners
  • Well-developed interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), assertiveness, and negotiation skills
About Us

Fulham Correctional Centre is part of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd (GEO). We are the leading provider of privately managed correctional services in NSW and Victoria.

Salary and Benefits

An attractive annual salary in the range of $78,000 to $86,500 plus superannuation is on offer for this position. Additionally, we offer a safe and secure working environment, flexibility, continuous skills and professional development opportunities, subsidised meals, free parking, uniform, career progression, competitive salaries, employee assistance program, and fitness passport access.



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