Correctional Officer - Flexible Hours & Cert III Training

Department:; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Department of Communities and Justice NSW is seeking a Casual Correctional Officer for Long Bay Complex. You will supervise inmates, maintain safety and security, and support rehabilitation goals in prisons and court cells across NSW.

No prior experience required, but you must be 18+, hold a current driver's licence, and be an Australian or NZ citizen or permanent resident. You will complete a Certificate III in Correctional Practise and meet medical fitness standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Current valid Driver's Licence.
• Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Willing to complete Certificate III in Correctional Practise.
• Meet the medical standards to be a correctional officer and have reasonable level of fitness.

Responsibilities

• supervise inmates in correctional facilities; ensure safety and security; monitor behaviours; communicate effectively.
• Carry out daily duties following legislation, CSNSW and DCJ policies to ensure safety, security and rehabilitation of inmates.
• Perform daily accountability routines including muster, head checks and ongoing observation of offenders.
• Conduct searches and other detection activities to remove contraband and monitor inmates.
• Manage inmates' requests for services or escalate as needed.
• Supervise offender activities in designated zones, ensuring fairness, equity and safe practice.

Education

Certificate III in Correctional Practise

Job description

Department of Communities and Justice NSW is seeking a Casual Correctional Officer for Long Bay Complex. You will supervise inmates, maintain safety and security, and support rehabilitation goals in prisons and court cells across NSW.

No prior experience required, but you must be 18+, hold a current driver's licence, and be an Australian or NZ citizen or permanent resident. You will complete a Certificate III in Correctional Practise and meet medical fitness standards.