Area Manager | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

4 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Details

: ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS) is seeking applications from highly motivated, experienced and suitable individuals, interested in becoming a Correctional Officer Class 3 (CO3).

The successful applicant will be responsible for providing leadership, supervision and management of staff and operations in Correctional facilities.

You will also have the capacity to assume control of the facility in the absence of a CO4 and/or Duty Manager.

On a day to day basis, the successful applicant will ensure safe care and custody of detainees, maintain security and supervision of staff and detainees and admit and discharge detainees in accordance with relevant legislation.

In addition to this, you will also monitor and contribute to the implementation and effective operation of systematic case management; including supervising the Supervisor (CO2) in the allocation of resources and caseloads; attendance at the Sentence Planning group; advising on detainee classification and placement; and direct responsibility and oversight of the management of complex and at risk/vulnerable detainees, including chairing of the High Risk Assessment meetings and Intensive Case Management Committee meetings.

To be successful, you will demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in addition to leadership and management skills.

You will also demonstrate a passion for people and a commitment to the promotion of a positive and rehabilitative culture and environment.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

Relevant custodial experience or Certificate III in Correctional Practice are essential. Current unrestricted Driver’s license is highly desirable. Senior First Aid Certificate is highly desirable. Relevant tertiary qualifications are desirable. This position requires pre-employment psychological and medical testing and Police record check. Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP): 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 - 

Notes: These are temporary position available for a period of 12 months with the possibility of permanency.This is an expected vacancy, and a merit pool will be established from this selection process, to fill identical positions that become available for temporary and/or permanent filling over the next 12 months.



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