• Department: Community Corrections Western
• Department/Agency: Corrective Services NSW
• Location: Forbes, NSW, AU, 2871
• Req ID:  84336
• Employment type- Full time ongoing 35 hours per week (Flexible working hours)
• Salary - $99,938 - $110, 271pa, plus super and leave loading (Clerk Grade 5/6)

Why Forbes? 

Located in the heart of Central West NSW, Forbes offers an exceptional lifestyle that supports genuine work-life balance. With affordable housing, minimal commute times, quality schools, sporting facilities and a strong sense of community, Forbes provides the opportunity to enjoy more of what matters outside of work like more time with family and friends, access to outdoor recreation, and the a close-knit regional community—all while building a meaningful career with Corrective Services NSW.

Make a Difference. Strengthen Communities. Change Lives.

Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Your role 

As a Community Corrections Officer, you will work directly with offenders in a community setting to support rehabilitation, reduce reoffending and enhance community safety.

You will assess individual needs and risks, develop tailored case plans, prepare reports for relevant authorities, and recommend programs and services that support positive behavioural change.

Are you an experienced case manager, justice professional, social worker, community services practitioner, or someone looking for a meaningful career change, we encourage you to apply.

This is more than a job in corrections. It is an opportunity to build safer communities while helping people take responsibility, reconnect with support services and create better futures.

What you’ll do

You will also-

• Supervise and case manage offenders serving community-based orders.
• Conduct assessments to identify risks, needs and intervention opportunities.
• Develop and monitor individualised case plans that support rehabilitation outcomes.
• Facilitate behaviour change through structured interventions and offender programs.
• Build strong partnerships with local service providers, government agencies and community organisations.
• Support compliance with court and parole conditions while balancing offender needs and community safety. 

Successful candidates will be required to complete a mandatory four-week, in-person, paid training program at our Brush Farm Academy, which is a key component of the Certificate IV in Correctional Practice curriculum.

What we’re looking for

We're seeking people who demonstrate:

Resilience and sound judgement – capable of remaining calm and professional in challenging and complex situations. 

Strong communication skills – able to engage effectively with diverse individuals, stakeholders and community partners.

Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities – able to assess information, identify risks and make informed decisions.

A commitment to community safety and positive change – motivated to support rehabilitation and reduce reoffending.

For more information on the day-to-day life of a Community Corrections Officer, review – A Day in the life of a CCO & Resilience as a CCO.

Download the role description.

To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click "Apply Now". Search for the job and click the ‘Apply now’ button.

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• 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. 

Want more information?  Visit our website to see more information on Working for us. 

We do work that really matters

Working for Corrective Services NSW (CSNSW) provides opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with government and non-government justice and human services agencies to support victims, facilitate restorative justice, and promote reintegration. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Are you ready to join us?

Click "Apply Now" and attach: 

• An up-to-date résumé (maximum 3 pages), and a cover letter (maximum 2 page) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role 

Applications close at 11:00pm AEST on the closing date.

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager

Keli Wood on 0438 659 197 or at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Corrections Officer - Forbes enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Pologa Mase on 0467 051 326 or via [email protected]. 

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit 

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website. 

Other Information

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months. Priority will be given to filling the role at Forbes.

For more information visit Applying for DCJ jobs on the DCJ website.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CareersatDCJ/

The Welcome Experience

Thinking about moving to regional NSW? Get free, personalised support with housing, schools, jobs, and settling in. Learn more: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

The careers site currently promotes this service on the ‘Discover roles with DCJ in regional NSW’ page.