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Transitional Centre Worker - Aboriginal IdentifiedJoin to apply for the Transitional Centre Worker - Aboriginal Identified role at NSW Department of Communities and JusticeTransitional Centre Worker - Aboriginal Identified2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Transitional Centre Worker - Aboriginal Identified role at NSW Department of Communities and JusticeGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Employment type Ongoing Full timeSalary $82,193 107,059 pa plus superannuation and leave loadingThis position is open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people onlyYour roleYou will provide support and assistance to female residents of the Transitional Centre including the provision of clear and accessible channels of communication, counselling, negotiation and assessment services on a range of family, social and legal issues to contribute to the transition from correctional to post-release livingTransitional Centre WorkerCorrective Services NSWLocation ParramattaEmployment type Ongoing Full timeSalary $82,193 107,059 pa plus superannuation and leave loadingThis position is open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people onlyYour roleYou will provide support and assistance to female residents of the Transitional Centre including the provision of clear and accessible channels of communication, counselling, negotiation and assessment services on a range of family, social and legal issues to contribute to the transition from correctional to post-release livingWhat Youll DoAs part of this role, the successful applicants must be willing to deliver a high level of support and assistance to female residents within the centres including by providing clear and accessible channels of communication, counselling, negotiation and assessment services on a range of family, social and legal issues to contribute to the transition from correctional to post-release living.Within this role you will be escorting residents to necessary appointments, job interviews, assisting residents find employment, supporting residents in re-developing social and housekeeping skills, maintain strict confidentiality in record keeping relating to admission and discharge of residents, develop professional relationship with the residents and promote an environment of mutual trust, empathy and understanding, assist with the development of case plans and engage with community Stakeholders.What Were Looking ForMaintain strict confidentiality in keeping appropriate records relating to admission and discharge of residents.Assist the residents in re-developing social and house-keeping skills enabling them to re-establish relationships in preparation for reintegrating back in the community.Provide information, support and intervention in crises situations whilst maintaining links with appropriate external welfare, support and counselling agencies for provision of appropriate support to residents.Assist in promoting the role and principles of the Transitional Centre amongst the local community and community-based organisations for increasing their understanding and for registering their ongoing support.Essential RequirementsCurrent First Aid Certificate or the willingness to obtain one prior to the commencement of employment.A Working with Children Check if and where required.Successful completion of the Security Awareness and Management of Female offenders training course.Current drivers licence and preparedness to drive a vehicle in the course of performing the role.Formal post-secondary educational qualifications and experience in welfare related work or social science environment, or significant experience gained by working in that area is highly desirableAboriginalityPreparedness to undertake shift work in a rotating roster, as required.7 Day rotating roster, 4 x shifts6:15am 2:30pm2:15pm 10:30pm10:15pm 6:30am11:30am 7:30pmAs an Identified role, this position is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander personsWhere a position is identified, an applicants race is a genuine occupational qualification under the exception in Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.RoleThere are two alternatives to confirming your Aboriginality, one of which must be uploaded to be considered for the role as follows. Either will be accepted:Confirmation of Aboriginality formorWritten confirmation from 2-3 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below:is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, andidentifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, andis accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.Download the role description.To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the Apply now button.For more information and advice on applying for roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal people We OfferWe offer a variety of benefits, including:A challenging and rewarding careerFlexible, autonomous work environmentCompetitive pay and conditionsTraining and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilitiesHealth & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.We do work that really mattersCorrective Services NSW (CSNSW) delivers professional correctional services and programs to reduce the risk of re-offending and enhance public safety.It serves a key function of the NSW Communities and Justice Sector by providing effective, safe and humane management of offenders both in custody and in the community CSNSW also works in partnership with other government and community agencies to ensure that offenders and their families are supported.Apply now and join Australias 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 rsum (maximum 5 pages).Applications close Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 11:59pm AEST.Got a question?For more information about the role or what its like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Anna Awad on 8832 4001 or at Anna.Awad@correctiveservices.nsw.gov.au.If youve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Mayur Kaushik on 0467 174 016 or via mayur.kaushik@dcj.nsw.gov.au.Visit 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 groups.To 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 months.For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website (for all roles except Aboriginal Identified)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 Facebook: www.facebook.com/CareersatDCJ/The Welcome ExperienceThinking about moving to regional NSW? Get free, personalised support with housing, schools, jobs, and settling in. 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