Senior Recreation Officer

About this role

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you. The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it? • Help shape safe and meaningful recreation programs in a prison setting. • Lead a skilled team and support prisoners to build healthy routines. • Use your fitness, leadership and planning skills every day. • Enjoy varied work that makes a real difference in your local community. • Ongoing, full-time role earning $85,787 - $98,651 per year, plus super. What you will do As senior recreation officer, you will lead recreation services at Loddon Prison and Middleton. You will plan safe, practical programs that support prisoners with different needs. You will: • assess the recreation needs of general and special needs prisoners • lead the planning, delivery and review of active and passive recreation programs within budget • supervise recreation officers, manage team rosters and provide clear guidance to prisoner work groups • maintain safe equipment, complete risk assessments and make sure activities follow safety and security requirements • coach prisoners, keep accurate records and support the offender services team to deliver quality programs. Note: This position works an 80-hour fortnight, which includes weekends and public holidays. About you You must have completed the Prison Officer Pre Service training. You must also hold a Certificate IV in Fitness or an equivalent qualification, or be willing to complete it. You should also have: • advanced computer skills • strong problem-solving skills and the ability to organise work and keep accurate records • respectful communication skills and the ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds • flexible leadership skills, a commitment to learning and the ability to support and develop others. To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Kate Hayes at [email protected] . Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy . How to apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Child safe statement of commitment The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and youn g people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.