It is important to note that commencing salaries for Community Corrections Officers are different if you have completed a relevant degree or diploma. For someone without a qualification, the commencing salary is $38,235. With a relevant qualification, a trainee Community Corrections Officer will commence on $41,339. Upon the successful completion of the Certificate 3 in Correctional Practice, the annual salary increases to $44,443. <<Back to top
Corrections Victoria values people with maturity, professionalism, dedication and personal integrity who can actively contribute to teamwork and learning across the organisation. People with demonstrated time management and organisational skills make good Community Corrections Officers, as there are a wide variety of tasks to be completed on a daily basis.
Community Corrections Officers work in a challenging, rewarding and demanding environment and are expected to be positive role models for offenders. High personal ethical standards are absolutely essential and applicants must meet Victorian Police checks.
If you believe you have these attributes, and are reliable, with good communication skills, becoming a Community Corrections Officer may provide you with a rewarding and enjoyable careers within Corrections Victoria. <<Back to top
No, you are not required to sit formal examinations, but you are required to demonstrate what you have learnt throughout the duration of the training course. There are assessments of, and feedback on your progress through out the pre-service training period. <<Back to top
No, you may have gained excellent supervisory or case management skills from another organisation in a completely different field, which may make you the most suitable candidate for the role. If you are successful, you will be required to complete a pre-service training course designed to cover the additional demands of these roles. <<Back to top
Staff working in Community Correctional Services come from a variety of employment backgrounds which may include social workers, psychologists, bankers, criminologists, teachers, engineers and trade industry workers. <<Back to top
While there is no minimum age requirement to work in a correctional environment, maturity and appropriate life experience are highly regarded. <<Back to top
Attendance at an Information Session is not compulsory - however it is highly recommended that you attend, in order to speak to staff currently working in Community Correctional Services. You are able to apply for the vacancies using the online application available on this website without having attended an Information Session. <<Back to top
Yes, but you must be able to undertake the inherent requirements of the role. In addition, some Community Correctional Services offices may not be suited to staff with some disabilities due to access restrictions. <<Back to top
The majority of locations operate from 8:45am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. In addition some locations open after hours one evening a week until approximately 7:30pm. It is also possible that staff will be required to undertake weekend work occasionally. <<Back to top
You are paid fortnightly by electronic funds transfer directly into your nominated bank account. <<Back to top
It is possible to salary sacrifice to a nominated superannuation fund, or to the Victorian Public Service's preferred health care providers (HBA Health Insurance and NIB Health Funds). <<Back to top
Every effort is made to ensure a safe working environment, including specific security systems. This includes a formal induction into your work location, Occupational Health and Safety Awareness training, comprehensive emergency management and working as part of a team at all times. <<Back to top
You will initially work in the location to which you have been recruited. Later, with suitable experience, you can apply for a transfer or promotion. <<Back to top
Yes, however this depends upon the work location. For example, staff at Berwick CCS travel to Dandenong CCS for regional team meetings, or to fill in for absent staff. This interaction between locations provides staff with development opportunities, including the ability to work with different types of offenders. <<Back to top
Facilities vary by location. All locations are close to public transport and shops, however free parking is not always provided. <<Back to top
Report writing is a key requirement of the roles of all staff. Community Corrections Officers are required to complete various reports about the offenders that they work with. Timely reports must be provided to the Courts, Adult Parole Board and senior Corrections Victoria managers, therefore good written communication skills are required. As reports follow specific formats, templates are provided, and you are shown how to use these during your training. <<Back to top
No. While offender welfare and rehabilitation is an important focus, the primary focus is on risk reduction and community safety while ensuring that the integrity of the offenders' Court orders are maintained. Enforcement of offenders' compliance with Orders is a necessary requirement of the position.
In relation to offender welfare, it is more common for Community Corrections Officers to refer offenders to appropriate local community agencies for assistance. <<Back to top
You must have a valid visa to work in Australia for employment. To obtain information about migrating to Australia, and applying for the appropriate visa, visit the Australian Department of Immigration, Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) website www.dimia.gov.au <<Back to top
Yes you can apply. If, after interview, Corrections Victoria believes you may be suitable for employment, you will be required to complete an 'Authority to Obtain Details of Work Rights Status from DIMIA' form.
Corrections Victoria will not employ a candidate who is on a time-restricted visa in an ongoing (permanent) position.
For further information about visas, visit the Australian Department of Immigration, Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) website www.dimia.gov.au. <<Back to top