Amc Induction and Screening Unit Team Leader

2 weeks ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

A genuinely rewarding opportunity has emerged within ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS), for a highly motivated individual to join the Offender Reintegration unit, as the AMC Induction and Screening Unit Team Leader (SOGC).

The AMC Induction and Screening Unit is responsible for the effective induction, screening and orientation of all new receptions into the AMC, using trauma informed practices. The Unit will ensure all detainees entering the AMC have their immediate welfare needs met and are provided with appropriate and relevant information and support while acknowledging the distress often experienced by people when they enter custody.

In addition, you will manage the allocation of all detainees to employees, on admission to custody and monitor and support detainee progress in accordance with the ACTCS Rehabilitation Framework.

Further to this, you will work in close partnerships with community-based accommodation, education and employment providers, advocacy bodies and drug and alcohol treatment centres, to create optimal opportunity for detainee ‘release readiness’ through early and effective service and program engagement.

To be successful you will show demonstrated experience in managing and leading teams and possess excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills necessary to build rapport and work collaboratively and respectfully with a diverse range of stakeholders.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

**Eligibility/other requirements**:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in a related field would be highly desirable.
- Eligible persons may be required to undergo a Police Check.
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the _Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011_ is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (act.gov.au)

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**Notes**:This is a temporary position available immediately for up to six months, with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

**How to Apply**:To apply, applicants are required to submit two items: (1) A one to three page written response addressing the professional/technical skills and knowledge and behavioural capabilities, having regard for the job requirements; and (2) a current curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager). Please ensure you submit all required items.

**Note**:
This is a temporary position available immediately for up to six months, with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

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