Residential Centre Officer - Clerk Grade 3/4Balund-a Program, Tabulam Location – Balund-a Program, Tabulam Employment Type – 6x Casual positions, with potential opportunity of ongoing, full time Salary - $79,032 - $86,539 pa + Superannuation + Leave Loading About the RoleAs part of these roles, the team at Balund-a are looking for enthusiastic, motivated people to step into Residential Officer Role and contribute to a high standard of case management, resident engagement and involvement in the program in line with the legislation related to the operations of the centre. What you'll doThe successful candidates will be responsible for providing support to Residents. The duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Implementing policies and procedures that have been developed to encourage the development of the program, which include reducing reoffending and community reintegration. Implement all aspects of case management for residents, including the development of effective communication with residents, conducting case reviews, and completing sound and comprehensive case notes. Ensure that the welfare of residents is appropriately always addressed, including reporting and follow through on incidents. Respond to Residential Program Supervisor regarding daily scheduling and the organisation of duties, ensuring staff are aware of any special arrangements regarding residents, or of any resident behaviours which warrant observation / follow-through. Implement tasks regarding the day-to-day functioning of the Centre in accordance with the operational needs of the centre. Support programs by assisting the multidisciplinary team as required, completing training and co-facilitating identified skills programs, and supervising participant access in the community (if applicable to centre) What we're looking for Current driver license and preparedness to drive a vehicle while performing the role. MR licence preferable or willingness to obtain within timeframe set out by management. Must have First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain within 3 months of obtaining the role. Download the role description. We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply, you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.What We OfferWe offer a variety of benefits, including: A challenging and rewarding career Flexible, autonomous work environment Competitive pay and conditions Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs. Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for do work that really mattersWorking for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It's work that really matters.Apply now and join Australia's top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment! Are you ready to join us? Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages). Applications close 11:59pm, Friday 26th July 2024Got a question?For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Joan Reay via If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Jessica Saliba via or 0419 440 918Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more. Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruitWe continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website. Other InformationA talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on
