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Unlock a Rewarding Career in Corrections and be part of a community that values making a difference.
Contribute to an inclusive work culture, acting with integrity and respect in everything that you do.
Full-Time opportunity with flexible scheduling, work 7 days in a 2-week period.
Full-Time Paid Pre-Service Training: 8 weeks, 27 May 2024 2024 until 19 July 2024.
About GEO and Ravenhall
We are a leading provider of privately managed correctional services in Victoria and NSW. Ravenhall is one of Victoria's leading correctional centers. Our facility is clean and modern and has been well thought out and designed to offer a spacious, and functional environment. We have a fantastic, talented and committed team of staff and alliance partners on board who are committed. We pride ourselves on our Rehabilitation and Reintegration model - Continuum of care which is balanced with our focus on staff, prisoner and visitor safety and security. We celebrate diversity for all persons at our centre and take pride in leading with and incorporating our Company Values every step of the way.
About the Role
You will play a significant role in ensuring the safety and security of our Centre as well as working with our talented multidisciplinary team aiding in the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders by:
- Handling a Case Management portfolio of offenders assigned to you where you provide first line and quality support in addressing their offending behaviour;
- Actively supporting and working collaboratively with the centres experienced and talented team which includes Experienced Correctional Staff, Clinicians, Health and Mental Health staff, and Alliance Partners to name a few;
- Conducting daily head counts and searching for contraband to assist with centre security;
- Escorting offenders to various appointments, including hospital visits and court appearances;
- Managing the visitors area of the prison and overseeing offenders visitation sessions;
- Conducting perimeter searches of the prison and controlling access of people in and out of the facility.
The majority of shifts are structured as 12-hour shifts, facilitating a favorable work-life balance, typically equating to 7 shifts per fortnight. Please be aware that our center operates around the clock, 24/7. Therefore, following the completion of your training, you will be expected to work a blend of day, night, public holiday, and weekend shifts.
About Your Skills and Experience
Previous experience in a similar role or specific qualifications are not prerequisites for success in this position. Instead, we place great importance on life experience, resilience, and maturity. While we are committed to offering comprehensive training and support, we recognize that this role may not suit everyone. Therefore, we seek individuals who can demonstrate the following qualities:
- Self-confidence and calm under pressure
- Conflict management and problem-solving skills
- Initiative and the ability to think on your feet
- The ability and willingness to follow rules, policies and procedures
- Professionalism and integrity
- A good level of physical fitness (especially muscular-skeletal)
- Empathy, emotional intelligence and cultural awareness
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Mandatory requirements
In addition to successfully navigating our recruitment and selection process to secure employment, you will:
- Be available to commence 27 May 2024 and attend the Full Time Monday to Friday 8 week pre-service training course concluding 19 July 2024.
- Be an Australian Citizen or a New Zealand Citizen who has entered Australia on a valid passport; or a Permanent Resident of Australia
- Hold a current, unrestricted or Probationary (at minimum) Driver's License for the relevant State
- Have the ability to obtain a satisfactory national security clearance
- Have the ability to work 12 hour shifts, days and nights, on all days of the week, including occasional weekends and public holidays
About the Training
As a Registered Training Provider (number 3570), GEO offers a wide variety of training programs which are nationally accredited.
Prior to commencement, all Correctional Officers complete a full-time paid 8-week pre-service Training Course and also work toward completing a Certificate III in Correctional Practice (CSC30120).
The 8-week pre-service course is delivered via a blended learning format and includes classroom based, on the job and practical and interactive training fully supported by our training and assessing team during and post completion of the course to ensure you are well equipped and confident to undertake your new career as a Correctional Officer.
About Our Benefits
We offer job security and a safe and healthy working environment. A career in Corrections can be one for life if you want. It offers an endless and multifaceted opportunity for growth, promotion, and further development based on your skill, interests and motivations.
Apart from amazing training opportunities and highly competitive remuneration, you will also have access to a host of other benefits including:
- GEO's Rewards scheme
- Ongoing paid training
- Opportunity for GEO sponsored study
- Career progression
- Work/ life balance
- On-site cafeteria and subsidised meals whilst on duty
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Paid parental leave
- Free access to on-site staff gym
- Uniform and footwear provided
- Free secure car parking
- Many other employee (and family) benefits
About the Remuneration
You will be paid $30.75 p/h during the 8 week onsite training.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an offer of full-time employment accompanied by an all-inclusive base salary of $78,466.65 per annum, along with superannuation (starting from November 14, 2023), and the accrual of 5 weeks' annual leave per annum (for full-time positions).
For those who seek the opportunity, there exists the potential to augment your earnings through overtime shifts when offered and as available. To review comprehensive details of the employment benefits and conditions, please refer to the full document here Ravenhall Correctional Centre Enterprise Agreement 2022.
Information Session
We will be hosting an informative information session, on-site within our facility, for those who wish to inquire further, interact with our staff & leadership team, gain deeper insights into the role and our workplace culture.
You are welcome to invite friends, family, or anyone else you believe would be interested or possesses the potential to pursue a career as a correctional officer, provided they can meet the attendance prerequisites.
The information session details are as follows:
Location: Ravenhall Correctional Centre - 97 Riding Boundary Rd Ravenhall VIC 3023
Onsite Session: Thursday, 21 March 2024 at 1800hrs until 1930hrs and Saturday, 06 April 2024 at 1100hrs until 1300hrs. Subject to security clearance being met, you will be able to enter the prison and taken on a short tour of our facility as part of the information session to provide you more insight into the role and our centre. Pre-registration is mandatory.
Pre-Registration - To secure your spot for any of the sessions, we kindly request that you pre-register by sending an email to ravenhallcareers@geogroup.com.au. Please include your full name, date of birth, phone number and residential address (this is essential for security clearance as a part of entry).
To further assist in the clearance process please also include answers to the following questions:
(Answering yes to any of these questions does not disqualify you from being employed however it is important that we are aware of this information prior to your application)
- Have you ever been arrested including for the purpose of a police interview? If Yes, please provide details.
- Do you have any criminal history or have been to prison in Australia or overseas? If Yes, please provide details.
- Do you know anyone who has ever been to prison in Australia or overseas? If Yes, please provide details.
- Have you ever visited a prison for the purpose of visiting a prisoner? If Yes, please provide details.
For onsite sessions, bringing a valid photo ID (e.g., driver's license) is mandatory to attend.
You are encouraged to attend an information session whether you have already applied for this recruitment campaign or not. Formal application is not a prerequisite for attendance. Furthermore, feel free to bring someone along who wishes to gather more information before submitting their application.
Dress Code: Casual business attire and closed-toe shoes for all attendees. You will be denied entry if failing to comply dress code requirements.
How to Apply
To initiate the application process, click on the "Apply" button and proceed through the application questionnaire located beneath the job advertisement.
The application process has several stages, and should your application advance, you will be expected to engage in the following steps:
- Online Aptitude and Psychometric Testing (approximately 3 hours).
- In-Person (preferred) or Virtual Interview Attendance.
- Reference checks will be conducted following the interview.
Pre-Employment Medical and Fitness Assessment, which will be covered by our organization. This assessment is crucial to determine your capability to meet the essential requirements of both the training program and the role itself. The evaluation will likely encompass various aspects, including assessed lifting capacity, aerobic fitness, lung function, grip strength, upper body strength, lower body strength, and core strength.
For additional details regarding the application and recruitment procedures or for inquiries related to pre-registration for the information sessions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of the Ravenhall Human Resources Team at ravenhallcareers@geogroup.com.au or on (03) 836 36356.
Ready to a make difference within your community? Apply Now!
Applications close: Tuesday, 07 May 2024 at 2359hrs.
This is a progressive recruitment campaign. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted approximately 2 weeks after applying and if invited to the next recruitment phase, you will be contacted for an interview.
Please note: Unsuccessful candidates will be contacted after the closing date.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply
We are always looking for people to join our company who share the values that we stand for:
INTEGRITY RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE AGILE INNOVATIVE
