Career - Correctional Officer

Correctional Officers will search prisoners and cells for illegal/prohibited items and will lock prisoners in cells. They will observe the conduct and behaviour of prisoners to maintain control, discipline and security within the correctional centre and advise if prisoners need special care, such as a visit to a psychiatrist, psychologist or social worker. They will inspect doors, gates, grills, locks, window bars and other security equipment, ensuring they are secure and functional and supervise prisoners at all times of the day, including meal times, recreation periods, sport and work assignments. They will patrol assigned areas and report to supervisors or other workers any breach of rules, unsatisfactory attitudes or adjustment problems of prisoners and also serve meals to prisoners confined to cells. They will organise clothing, reading material, toiletries or other items needed by prisoners and participate in the reception, induction and discharge of prisoners in accordance with procedures. They are the ones to process, direct and observe visitors and will also perform escort duties of prisoners, both within the prison and externally when required. They will prepare a variety of reports, including admission and incident reports and assist with the risk/needs assessment of prisoners and provide input into their case and sentence management. They will provide leadership and act as a positive role model to assist the rehabilitation process and will help offenders seek rehabilitation and return to the community by providing basic case management support and supervision. They will provide a timely response to emergencies or breaches of security and provide first aid.

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