Prison Officer

A role with the WA Department of Justice is more than a job - it is an opportunity to have a rewarding career! As a Prison Officer, you will have many employment benefits and personal development opportunities including on-the-job training and a nationally accredited qualification (paid for by the Department). The role offers a competitive salary, regional benefits, attractive rosters, generous leave entitlements, supplied uniforms, career advancement, and promotional potential. You will be supported on the job by experienced staff and management, as part of the team working to keep the WA community safe. Applications for Prison Officer are now open. We are currently seeking Prison Officers for facilities in the Perth Metropolitan area, Eastern Goldfields (Kalgoorlie), Greenough (Geraldton), and West Kimberley (Derby). As a Prison Officer, you will interact with minimum to maximum security prisoners on a 24/7 roster system. Prison Officers are responsible for ensuring the safe, secure, and efficient operation of prisons and effective management of prisoners. You can make a real difference by modelling positive behaviours and motivating prisoners to gain skills and knowledge to re-enter the community, to reduce the risk of re-offending. We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate: Great communication skills to build positive relationships with a diverse prisoner population. A practical and common-sense approach to solving problems and being able to adapt to challenging situations. Excellent team working skills with colleagues and prisoners to achieve personal and professional goals. An awareness and understanding of Aboriginal people and their culture. To find out more about this opportunity and to apply for this position , click on the pink Apply button or click the link below: #J-18808-Ljbffr