Forensic Officer (OO5 equivalent)

Are you a passionate about making a positive impact and contributing to the rehabilitation of individuals in need? We are currently seeking a Forensic Officer.

• Pay rate $49+ p/h + super
• Located in Wacol QLD
• ASAP to 3 months assignment with potential to extend, pending business and performance requirements

About the role
As a Forensic Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in providing evidence-based treatment, habilitation programs, and person-centered support aimed at maximising our clients' quality of life, reducing re-engagement in offending behavior, and facilitating their transition back into the community. Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop, implement, and assess support plans to enhance clients' life skills and behaviors.
• Monitor and report on at-risk clients to the clinical team.
• Aid clients in achieving goals for community reintegration.
• Implement treatment programs for offending behaviors.
• Assist clients in personal routine development.
• Contribute to client assessments and transition plans.
• Prepare reports and maintain documentation.
• Ensure safety and security, responding to aggressive behavior.
• Demonstrate emotional resilience and perseverance.
• Support community access and Limited Community Treatment.
• Adhere to relevant legislation and procedures.
• Follow leadership direction.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support medication management.

About You
To thrive in this role, you need:

• Experience or qualifications in social work, psychology, or related fields.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Willingness to undergo comprehensive induction training.
• Certificate IV in Communities or approved equivalent, or ability to undertake a Certificate IV in Communities within a prescribed timeframe.
• Possession of a 'C' class driver's license.
• Possession of a current 'Provide First Aid' certificate, or ability to obtain one prior to employment commencement.
• Must have full working rights in Australia.
• Be able to pass and hold national police check.

To apply, please submit with your updated resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Please note this role closes on the Monday 8th April, only suitable candidates will be contacted.

At HOBAN we embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity. We welcome and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email ***********@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments.