Community Corrections is responsible for the supervision of adults who have been sentenced to a community-based order by the courts or released to parole by Parole Board Queensland. We aim to protect the community & reduce re-offending by supervising clients & supporting them to achieve meaningful change.
We are seeking a permanent part-time Surveillance Officer to join our Townsville team.
In this role you will undertake Surveillance activities of offenders, including offenders subject to supervision and community-based orders.
Experience & Skills:
• Experience in, and understanding of, supervision and surveillance practices
• Experience in a criminal justice workplace or similar human services/regulatory agency would be desirable
• Ability to engage with community groups and/or external service providers
• Ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Sound judgement, initiative and maturity in conflict resolution
• Confidence, flexibility and resilience
• Negotiation skills
• Risk management
• Computer and keyboard skills
Other conditions and requirements
• Possession of C Class driver's license
• This position may shift work if used to support the monitoring of offenders in the community. Shift penalties may apply.
• There may be instances where the incumbent will be required to work hours outside the normal work hours, undertake travel to other locations, or temporarily work from an alternate location.