Trainee Correctional Officer: Train, Grow, Make Difference

The GEO Group; Fulham; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing paid training

Career progression

On-site cafeteria

Free secure car parking

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Fulham Correctional Centre, part of The GEO Group in Australia, offers a trainee role with full paid training and a path to permanent security roles. The job involves safeguarding the centre, supporting rehabilitation and working within a multidisciplinary team.

Training starts soon and includes a Certificate III in Correctional Practice. Shifts are 12 hours with a mix of day, night, weekends and public holidays after training.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; life experience, resilience and maturity valued.
• Extensive training and support provided during onboarding.
• Basic fitness and ability to follow rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Handle a Case Management portfolio of offenders with first-line and quality support on offending behaviour.
• Collaborate with Clinicians, Health and Mental Health staff, and Alliance Partners.
• Conduct daily head counts and search for contraband.
• Escort offenders to appointments, including hospital visits and court appearances.
• Manage visitors area and oversee offender visitation sessions.
• Conduct perimeter searches and control access to the facility.

Skills

Professionalism and integrity

Self-confidence

Conflict management

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Correctional Practice (CSC30122)

Job description

Fulham Correctional Centre, part of The GEO Group in Australia, offers a trainee role with full paid training and a path to permanent security roles. The job involves safeguarding the centre, supporting rehabilitation and working within a multidisciplinary team.

Training starts soon and includes a Certificate III in Correctional Practice. Shifts are 12 hours with a mix of day, night, weekends and public holidays after training.