Canberra, Australian Capital Territory Dentsu Mitchell on behalf of Federal Government
Justice and Community Safety
ACT Corrective Services
Offender Services and Corrections Programs
Case Management Unit
AMC Indigenous Case Manager
Administrative Services Officer Class 6
Salary Range: $79,824 – $91,356 (PN: 35794)
ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS) is pleased to offer an opportunity for a highly motivated and passionate person to join the Offender Services and Corrections Programs Unit as an Indigenous Case Manager (ASO6) at the Alexander Maconochie Centre (AMC). The successful applicant will assist in the case management of detainees with the AMC operating system to assist in addressing their needs and supporting release and reintegration into the community. Further, you will have the opportunity to provide professional advice, input and support in relation to all aspects of offender management within the AMC. Additionally, you will participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to develop individual case plans and facilitate group programs designed to maximise rehabilitative opportunities for offenders. To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate significant skill and expertise (or a capacity to quickly develop relevant skill and expertise) in developing, implementing and monitoring individualised case plans. You will also be able to demonstrate a capacity for developing useful relationships with detainees to enable the accurate identification of risks and needs.
Eligibility/Other Requirements: This is a designated position and is only open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander ancestry is considered essential (s42, Discrimination Act 1991). The primary focus of this role is assistance for Indigenous clients; however the position holder will also be required to provide case management services and supports to non-indigenous clients. This position will work closely with AMC Indigenous Liaison Officer. Experience working with offenders and relevant tertiary qualifications are highly desirable. Eligible candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history check. Applicants may be required to undertake psychological aptitude testing as part of the assessment process. A current driver’s licence is essential. Prior to commencing in 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 – https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/app/answers/detail/a_id/1804
Note: This is a temporary position available for six months with the possibility of extension.
How to Apply: Applicants are required to submit five items: (1) ACT Government Application Cover Sheet; (2) statement of claims against specified selection criteria; (3) a current resume; (4) the names and contact details of two referees; and (5) a copy of their driver’s licence. Please ensure you submit all five items. Ideally, one of the referees should be a current supervisor.
Contact Officer: Mark Bartlett (02) 6207 8983 mark.bartlett@act.gov.au
For further information, please visit www.jobs.act.gov.au
Applications Close: 25 July 2017
Source: Uniting News
