Case Management Officer (Custody) - Clerk Grade 5/6- Wellington Correctional Centre

Case Management Officer

Wellington Correctional Centre

Location: Wellington Correctional Centre

Position: Ongoing Opportunity Available

Salary: Clerk Grade 5/6 - $97,027.00 per annum plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

Why Wellington?

Nestled in the heart of regional NSW, Wellington Correctional Centre offers the opportunity to work in a close-knit community while enjoying the benefits of a more relaxed, regional lifestyle. This modern facility provides a dynamic and supportive environment, with access to stunning natural landscapes, a strong sense of local culture, and a welcoming community.

Relocating to Wellington also means escaping the hustle and bustle of city life, with affordable housing, shorter commutes, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of offenders and the wider community.

Your role

As a Case Management Officer at Wellington Correctional Centre, you’ll play a pivotal role in the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders. Through evidence-based practices, you’ll help create and guide intervention plans that address the root causes of offending and reduce the risk of recidivism.

This is a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about community safety and personal transformation to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant regional setting.

What you’ll do

As part of the dedicated team, you will:

• Deliver a full range of case management services to offenders, ensuring all activities comply with relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines.
• Conduct assessments to identify risks and needs, developing personalised case plans to support offenders through their rehabilitation journey.
• Guide offenders using motivational interviewing and strengths-based approaches, encouraging positive behavioural changes.
• Collaborate with service providers to refer offenders to programs and interventions that align with their case plans.
• Monitor the progress of case plans and ensure compliance with judicial requirements, providing regular updates and reports.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate successful reintegration for offenders upon release, enhancing their transition back into the community.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in delivering evidence-based interventions for diverse offender groups, particularly those with complex needs.
• Expertise in using risk assessments and case management tools to develop targeted intervention plans.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with experience in addressing challenging behaviours through behavioural interventions.
• Knowledge of contemporary correctional practices and a strong commitment to offender rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.
• Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a cohesive and supportive case management process.
• Current Certificate IV in Correctional Practice with the necessary Units of Competency for this role – or the capacity to complete Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (internal training offered by Corrective Services Academy) in accordance with specified timeframes)
• Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent years of experience in human services fields is preferred.

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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

Why Work With Us?

• Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in transforming lives and improving community safety.
• Professional Development: Access comprehensive training programs, including the Certificate IV in Correctional Practice, to advance your career.
• Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative and passionate team dedicated to offender rehabilitation.
• Regional Lifestyle: Embrace the benefits of living in a vibrant regional community with access to unique natural attractions and a relaxed pace of life.
• Diverse Opportunities: Gain exposure to a wide range of experiences unique to working in a regional correctional centre.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• A challenging and rewarding career
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

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We do work that really matters

Working for Corrective Services NSW provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Are you ready to join us?

Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).

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Applications close Monday 10th February 2025 at 11:59pm AEST.

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Emma McGhee on 68402846 or via emma.mcghee@dcj.nsw.gov.au

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Nastassja Le Claire on 0460 961 902 or via Nastassja.leclaire@dcj.nsw.gov.au 

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

Other Information

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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