Recreation Officer - Sport & Fitness Programs (Prison)

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria; Australia; Remote; AUD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking a Recreation Officer to assess prisoners' recreational needs and design, deliver and evaluate sport, fitness and hobby programs. You will ensure safety and security during activities and operate on a shift roster that may include weekends and evenings.

You will build programs in collaboration with prison staff, maintain accurate records, and promote participation for diverse groups while upholding Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Qualifications

• Complete the Victorian Prison Officer Pre-service training or be willing to complete it.
• Certificate III in Fitness is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and planning skills.
• Team-focused approach with respect for diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assess recreational needs of prisoners to develop and evaluate programs.
• Deliver services ensuring safety and security during activities.
• Plan and run varied sport, fitness and hobby programs for individuals and groups.
• Teach, coach and train prisoners in active and passive recreation.
• Maintain attendance records and perform safety checks and equipment audits.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Planning

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Victorian Prison Officer Pre-service training

Certificate III in Fitness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking a Recreation Officer to assess prisoners' recreational needs and design, deliver and evaluate sport, fitness and hobby programs. You will ensure safety and security during activities and operate on a shift roster that may include weekends and evenings.

You will build programs in collaboration with prison staff, maintain accurate records, and promote participation for diverse groups while upholding Aboriginal and Torres Strait