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Services and Programs Officer Community Corrections Talent Pool


Company : Illawarra Mercury


Location : Coniston, New South Wales


Created : 2025-10-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Services and Programs Officer Community Corrections Talent Pool Join to apply for the Services and Programs Officer Community Corrections Talent Pool role at Illawarra Mercury Locations Wagga Wagga and Bega/Batemans Bay Employment Type Ongoing Salary - $99,938-$110,271 pa plus superannuation + leave loading Your role Services and Programs Officers (SAPOs) work within multidisciplinary teams in community corrections locations. SAPOs are responsible for the delivery of intervention programs and services to reduce reoffending, change behaviour, and support the wellbeing of people under Court ordered supervision. SAPOs are embedded as essential roles in community sites and receive day-to-day direction and support from their local directorate. What Youll Do Provide induction, assessment, support, case management and reports Facilitate group-based programs to people under supervision Deliver strategies and programs that promote well-being and enhance the safety for people under supervision and the community Undertaking individual interventions for people under supervision as required Resolve critical situations by providing information, expertise, support and referrals Maintain documentation and case notes on all people under supervision Connect with a diverse range of stakeholders including those under supervision, families, multi-disciplinary staff, and agency members that support our work Develop networks with key internal and external agencies to enhance positive outcomes for people under supervision Essential Requirements Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, psychology, mental-health or other human service fields; and/or demonstrated relevant equivalent experience working with family, social, and/or drug and alcohol related issues Current Certificate IV in Correctional Practice with the necessary Units of Competency for this role or the capacity to complete Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (internal training offered by Corrective Services Academy) in accordance with specified timeframes Current driver licence with ability and willingness to travel throughout NSW Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident for ongoing appointments What We Offer 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. Applications close 05 November 2025 at 11.59pm AEST. #J-18808-Ljbffr