Career Transition Officer

**Clerk Grade 5/6**:

- **2 x Ongoing Full-Time**:

- **Surry Hills**

**About us**

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

**About the role**

We have an opportunity for a **Career Transition Officer** to be part of our Career Transition Unit, Health, Safety & Wellbeing Command. The Career Transition Officer co-ordinates, influences and drives return to work and injury management activities for NSWPF employees who are facing career transition after injury. They ensure all matters are managed professionally and with empathy to understand the employees needs at the stage of their career transition journey, providing support and services to influence a positive experience and improved health, and ensures return to work outcomes are met.

For NSW Police Officer’s it can be daunting and confusing to visualise life after Police. They may have complex injuries or illnesses that make it difficult for them to envisage being successful in securing new employment. But we know that they have valuable transferable skills that are recognised and desired by many public and private sector employers. This is where our team of experienced, and skilled Career Transition Officers play a vital role. With a professional and empathic approach, the role drives and coordinates the activities to support Officers to exit the Police Force with dignity, ensuring they are equipped with the resources and skills to secure meaningful employment. If you possess a desire to make a difference in the lives of those who serve our community, this is the role for you. Join our dedicated, multidisciplinary team in supporting our officers as they embark on their next chapter

There are multiple Career Transition Officer positions available to be part of our Career Transition Unit, Health, Safety and Wellbeing Command team. The Career Transition Officer co-ordinates, influences and drives return to work and injury management activities for NSWPF employees who are facing career transition after injury. They ensure all matters are managed professionally and with empathy to understand the employees needs at the stage of their career transition journey, providing support and services to influence a positive experience and improved health, and ensures return to work outcomes are met.

For more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities and capabilities required for the role), **click here** to view the role description.

**What we can offer you**

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- competitive salary;
- flexible work options;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- free annual influenza vaccination;
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; and
- convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.

**How to Apply**

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

**Target Question 1**:
Provide an example of a time where you have conducted a needs based assessment of a client with a psychological injury. What support services and interventions did you identify to address their needs?

**Target Question 2**:
Provide an example when you identified several barriers to a worker’s return to work and recovery or transition to another career with a psychological injury. What strategies did you implement / or could you implement, to address each of these barriers. What was the outcome?

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager **Rebecca Jackson via 0425 233 764.**
- an Australian Citizen;
- a permanent resident of Australia; or
- a New Zealand citizen.

**Our commitment to Diversity**

The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.