Programs Officer - Prisoner Reentry & Services

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria; Shire of Indigo; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria seeks a Programs Officer to support prisoner programs and services at Beechworth, Victoria. You will help with intake, orientation and daily program delivery, coordinating welfare support and referrals in a collaborative prison team.

You should bring experience in correctional settings or related welfare roles, plus strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Qualifications

• Experience or understanding of working in a correctional environment.
• Experience in welfare, employment or housing is an advantage.
• Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prisoner programs and support services, including intake and orientation.
• Assist prisoners to access programs, activities and welfare support.
• Complete administration, maintain records and manage program information.
• Support staff with prisoner referrals, welfare requests and daily program activities.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to encourage program participation and support successful community transition.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment

Tools

Microsoft 365 applications

Job description

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria seeks a Programs Officer to support prisoner programs and services at Beechworth, Victoria. You will help with intake, orientation and daily program delivery, coordinating welfare support and referrals in a collaborative prison team.

You should bring experience in correctional settings or related welfare roles, plus strong communication and problem‑solving skills.