This is an "Open Ended" recruitment pool with suitable applicants offered positions as vacancies arise within regional WA. At a minimum, applicants will be shortlisted quarterly. Suitable applicants will be offered positions as vacancies arise at:Eastern Goldfields Regional PrisonGreenough Regional PrisonBunbury Regional PrisonAlbany Regional PrisonWest Kimberley Regional PrisonPositions are available in regional locations for immediate permanent appointment.Are you a skilled professional with a degree in psychology or social work and you're passionate about transforming lives?Join us as a Senior Programs Officer and spearhead impactful offender programs both in the community and in custody. Leverage your expertise to design and implement rehabilitation strategies that foster positive change and successful reintegration. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful difference and possess a strong background in offender rehabilitation, we invite you to be a part of our mission to enhance public safety and support offender reintegration.ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Senior Programs Officer, you will play a crucial role in implementing and managing offender rehabilitation programs both in custody and within the community. Your key responsibilities will include facilitating group sessions and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the successful reintegration of offenders into society.We are looking for dedicated professionals with a degree in psychology or social work, who are passionate about fostering positive change, possess strong leadership skills, and have proven track records in offender rehabilitation. If you are committed to enhancing public safety and supporting transformative programs, we want you on our team!BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIESFlexible working arrangementsLearning and development opportunity programsHousing assistance subsidies in specified regional locationsAdditional Annual Leave and Annual Travel Concessions in specified regional locationsDistrict Allowances in specified regional locationsCareer pathway opportunitiesAPPLICATION PROCESSPlease ensure you have the relevant qualifications and review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.We require you to submit:A current comprehensive Curriculum Vitae / Resume that highlights your employment history and suitability for this position in the context of all the job-related requirements and/or that demonstrate your skill sets against the selection criteria contained in the JDFContact details of two refereesELIGIBILITYA 4-year tertiary Degree in Psychology or Social Work.Eligibility for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or the Australian Association of Social Workers or Society of Professional Social Workers depending on discipline.Applicants must hold a valid driver's licence and be prepared to work outside normal office hours.All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATIONIf you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Roger Hillan on (08)9230 2086 for a confidential discussion.SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATIONApplicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this advertisement.Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
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