Probation & Rehabilitation Officer — Build Safer Communities

Queensland Government; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Area Incentive Scheme benefits

Flexible leave options

Annual leave loading

Job summary

Queensland Corrective Services Mackay, Australia, seeks a Probation Services Officer to support rehabilitation and community safety across Queensland. You’ll work from offices in regional, rural and remote locations, engaging with diverse stakeholders to help deliver community-based orders and positive life changes.

The role emphasizes privacy, compliance, and effective communication, with structured training to build capability.

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications aren't mandatory, but tertiary qualifications in human services disciplines are highly regarded.
• Successful applicants must complete the Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (Community) — activities/assessments within 12 months, full certification within 18 months.
• A current C class driver's licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Encourage pro-social behaviours and rehabilitation.
• Promote safer communities across Queensland.
• Support individuals in fulfilling community-based orders and making positive life changes.

Skills

Task management

Stakeholder engagement

Privacy compliance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (Community)

Job description

Queensland Corrective Services Mackay, Australia, seeks a Probation Services Officer to support rehabilitation and community safety across Queensland. You’ll work from offices in regional, rural and remote locations, engaging with diverse stakeholders to help deliver community-based orders and positive life changes.

The role emphasizes privacy, compliance, and effective communication, with structured training to build capability.