Department for Correctional Services Job reference: 632526 Location: 5085 - NORTHFIELD Job status: Long Term Contract Eligibility: Open to EveryoneAbout the Department for Correctional Services The Department employs approximately 2,000 staff and has responsibility for nine prisons and fifteen Community Correctional offices across the state. Our vision is for a safer community by protecting the public and reducing re-offending. We work towards this through the contribution of staff who are employed in a wide variety of fields, from correctional officers and teachers, to social workers, psychologists and supervisors of court orders. Their commitment ensures we deliver quality services to prisoners, offenders and victims of crime. We strongly promote diversity and equity in our workforce, which directly contributes to greater effectiveness and better outcomes. In a supportive and collaborative environment, you will encounter interesting professional challenges and you will work alongside dedicated and passionate people who help to turn around the lives of offenders and rebuild lives affected by crime. Duties The Aboriginal Liaison Officer contributes to the implementation of the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody and is responsible for providing assistance, support and follow-up to Aboriginal prisoners within designated prisons, and liaising with staff, community groups and other agencies in promoting the welfare of Aboriginal prisoners. Special Conditions The position is initially based at the Adelaide Women's Prison/Adelaide Pre-Release Centre however may be re-assigned to other locations within the department. Section 47 of the Public Sector Act 2009 applies in accordance with other provisions of the act and other applicable industrial entitlements. The incumbent is required to satisfactorily complete a National Criminal History Check. A current South Australian Driver's Licence is essential. A flexible approach to working hours is required. Some interstate and intrastate travel will be required which may necessitate overnight absences. Requirements Essential: Nil Desirable: Nil Remuneration ASO3 ($67,589 - $72,033 pa) Enquiries Ms Annie Falkenberg Manager, Offender Development 8343 0180 Application Instructions All applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA. Applicants are required to attach additional information addressing the specific criteria outlined in the Advice to Applicants. Please note: Applicants that do not address the selection criteria may be disadvantaged during the shortlisting process. Refer to the Advice to Applicants for information on how to apply. Applicants are required to complete the Employment Declaration if not currently employed by the Department for Correctional Services. Additional Information This is a temporary vacancy for up to 12 months. There is more than one position available.The Department for Correctional Services (DCS) considers that being Aboriginal or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement of this position under sub-s 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA). Therefore, this position is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants. Applications close: 15/11/2024 11:00 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr