Case Planning Officer: Rehabilitation & Community Reintegration

Serco; Lavadia; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex salary packaging options

Benefits@Serco programs

Employee referral program

Job summary

Serco is seeking a Case Planning Officer for Clarence Correctional Centre on the NSW North Coast. You will manage inmates' cases, assess risks and needs, and develop plans to reduce re-offending in collaboration with custodial staff.

You will promote rehabilitation, ensure safe transitions, and uphold integrity and cultural awareness within a diverse team. A tertiary qualification in Criminology, Social Work or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Criminology, Social Work, Social Sciences or relevant industry experience in a similar role.
• Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (Case Management) (or to be completed within the first 12 months of employment).
• Experience in case management and/or rehabilitation and reintegration practice.
• Exposure to the Criminal Justice System or similar human services.
• Demonstrate a competent level of computer literacy and report writing.
• Proficient interpersonal and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• As a Case Planning Officer, you will manage inmates' cases, assess their risks and needs, and develop plans to reduce re-offending.
• You'll work with custodial and probation officers to ensure smooth transitions from prison to the community, while promoting rehabilitation and maintaining a safe, respectful environment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Serco's values and the rehabilitation process.
• Promote cultural awareness by fostering an understanding of the impact and management of diverse ethnic backgrounds, customs, and contemporary issues.
• Maintains high level of integrity and ethical behaviour.

Skills

Criminology

Social Work

Social Sciences

Correctional Practice Cert

Case Management

Rehabilitation

Criminal Justice

Computer literacy

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Criminology degree

Social Work degree

Social Sciences degree

Job description

Serco is seeking a Case Planning Officer for Clarence Correctional Centre on the NSW North Coast. You will manage inmates' cases, assess risks and needs, and develop plans to reduce re-offending in collaboration with custodial staff.

You will promote rehabilitation, ensure safe transitions, and uphold integrity and cultural awareness within a diverse team. A tertiary qualification in Criminology, Social Work or related field is required.