Corrections Officer Jobs in Australia
Corrections Officer Description
ANZSCO CODE - 442111
Major Group | 4 - Community and Personal Service Workers |
Sub-Major Group | 44 - Protective Service Workers |
Minor Group | 442 - Prison and Security Officers |
Unit Group | 4421 - Prison Officers |
Unit Group 4421: Prison Officers
Prison Officers supervise and control the activities of inmates in prisons and other correctional institutions.
Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
- AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In New Zealand:
- NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- observing the conduct and behaviour of prisoners to prevent disturbances and escapes
- inspecting and maintaining the security of locks, window bars, grilles, doors and gates
- supervising prisoners during work assignments, recreational periods, sporting activities and meals
- assisting with the implementation of education, rehabilitation and other programs organised for prisoners
- searching prisoners and cells for weapons, drugs and other contraband items
- patrolling assigned areas and reporting breaches of rules, unsatisfactory attitudes and prisoner adjustment problems
- requisitioning prisoners’ clothing, toiletries, reading material and other allowable items
- supervising prisoners in transit between courts, prisons and other facilities
Occupations in this unit group
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