About the Role
We are seeking a seasoned professional to contribute to an integrated transition process from imprisonment into the community.
This position involves performing parole suitability assessments for prisoners who have applied for parole, supervising and monitoring complex and high-profile prisoners released on parole by the Adult Parole Board (APB), and applying case management principles to reduce reoffending.
As a parole officer, you will be responsible for identifying risk escalation behaviors and responding appropriately in consultation with managerial staff, interviewing and assessing prisoners on parole to produce quality reports to the APB, and assessing and referring prisoners on parole to appropriate programs and specialized services.
To achieve this, you must ensure that your case management practices align with best practice principles and the Correctional Practice Framework.
* Have experience in the application of best practice case management and theoretical concepts to reduce risk and maximize client outcomes.
* Have experience in the case management of complex and high-risk clients.
* Have knowledge and experience in best practice risk and therapeutic initiatives.
* Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including detailed report writing experience.
Experience working within a legislative framework is also desirable.
We offer a diverse, equitable and supportive work environment with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and to fostering a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with.