Recreation Coach — Rehabilitation & Fitness Programs

Department of Justice and Community Safety; Ararat; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Plus super

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety in Victoria seeks a Recreation Officer at Hopkins Correctional Centre. You will plan and lead active and passive recreation, helping inmates build skills and prepare for return to the community.

You will assess needs, coach respectfully, maintain safe spaces, and track results, working with staff to support rehabilitation. Applicants should have a Certificate III in Fitness and be prepared for Prison Officer Pre-Service Training.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Fitness or equivalent qualification.
• Willingness to complete Prison Officer Pre-Service Training.
• Experience planning and running recreation programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead active and passive recreation programs (fitness, sport, leisure).
• Assess recreation needs and develop programs for varied abilities.
• Coach and guide participants respectfully and positively.
• Maintain safe, secure recreation spaces and equipment.
• Track program results and coordinate with prison staff.

Skills

Program planning

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Certificate III in Fitness

Prison Officer Pre-Service Training

Job description

Department of Justice and Community Safety in Victoria seeks a Recreation Officer at Hopkins Correctional Centre. You will plan and lead active and passive recreation, helping inmates build skills and prepare for return to the community.

You will assess needs, coach respectfully, maintain safe spaces, and track results, working with staff to support rehabilitation. Applicants should have a Certificate III in Fitness and be prepared for Prison Officer Pre-Service Training.