About the General Offender Program
The General Offender Program addresses criminogenic needs and underlying causes of offending. It is suitable for a broad array of offence types, catering to those not better served by offence-specific programs targeting domestic & family violence, sexual or violent offending.
The program focuses on adult men identified as being at medium risk of reoffending. It includes visits to country and 'within the wire', incorporating local knowledge, decision-making, and resources where possible.
Key Objectives
* Reduce reoffending and imprisonment of Aboriginal Territorians
* Enable courts and community corrections to place offenders on simpler, community-based sentences in relation to the repeal of mandatory sentencing
* Deliver a culturally safe program supported by local cultural knowledge and decision-making
* Provide a strengths-based, trauma-informed model to address criminogenic needs and re-offending causes
* Support community connection while serving their order
About the Role
The General Offender Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing the program on the Tiwi Islands, ensuring it meets its objectives. The role focuses on program outcomes, risk management, evaluation, and reporting, including group facilitation and occasional case management.
Requirements
* Relevant qualifications in Community Services, Psychology, or Social Work with experience in a similar role
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including report and case note writing
* Cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous people
* Experience in group facilitation
* An understanding of offender recidivism
CatholicCare NT Benefits
* Above award salary
* Six weeks annual leave plus two weeks personal leave
* Salary packaging option (up to an additional $15,900 p/a)
* Staff rewards program with savings and discounts at over 450 well-known retailers
* Access to Wellbeing Centre providing support for a healthier and happier life
About CatholicCare NT
CatholicCare NT is a Catholic social service agency established in the Diocese of Darwin. We provide services throughout the NT, including service centres in Darwin, Palmerston, Malak, Tiwi Islands, Daly River, Wadeye, Jabiru, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Santa Teresa, Titjikala, Finke, and APY lands.