Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 26th May 2020
We are the country's leading provider of outsourced correctional services, operating in NSW, QLD and VIC. GEO aims to deliver better corrections and create safer communities. We focus on providing a continuum of care and integration of services to make a real difference in the lives of the people we work with.
For more information about our organisation, visit our website at www.geogroup.com.au.
Ravenhall is a 1300 bed medium security prison for adult sentenced and remand males. Its contemporary campus-style design reflects four accommodation communities with varying profiles: 1) sentenced, 2) sentenced and remand focused on indigenous men and short stay prisoners, 3) remandee’s and 4) protection (sentenced and remand). Community accommodation is complimented by a further 75-bed Forensic Mental Health Unit, a 25-bed Unit for prisoners with significant challenging behaviours, and a 25-bed Mission Unit designed to respond intensively and therapeutically to current community issues. In recognition of the importance of Continuum of Care, Ravenhall extends its presence into the community by providing ex-prisoners with access to post-release support at GEO’s Community Reintegration Centre.
Through investment in opportunities for prisoners to engage in work, education and programs, prisoners are not only held safely and securely but given every chance to turn their lives around. Issues behind much of the crime in our communities – such as violent attitudes, anti-social behaviours and the abuse of drugs and alcohol – are addressed through innovative programs and interventions. At the same time helping prisoners with day-to-day challenges such as gaining and holding down employment and finding a suitable place to live also help prevent a return to crime.
Ravenhall’s unprecedented emphasis on offender rehabilitation and reintegration is evidenced by a significantly sized team of clinicians, working in concert with a number of Victoria’s most respected organisations including Forensicare, Correct Care, YMCA, Melbourne City Mission, Kangan Institute. Together, Ravenhall provides an integrated service system that collaboratively brings about lasting positive change in the lives of prisoners pre- and post-release. Through these partnerships the objective of Safer Victorian Communities is achieved.
GEO group now has an opportunity for a Deputy Senior Clinician (Psychologist/Social Worker/Occupational Therapist) to join the team at Ravenhall Correctional Centre, Melbourne, on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Senior Clinician, you will primarily be responsible for providing support to the Senior Clinician in leading and managing a team of Clinicians, and assisting with the provision of direct guidance and clinical supervision to a small case-load of clinical staff.
As a Deputy Senior Clinician, your main duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
To be considered for this role you must be an experienced clinical practitioner with the drive and ability to take up a leadership position.
You will hold a tertiary degree in Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or similar, with full registration with your respective professional body.
You must have the willingness to work within a correctional setting that involves direct contact with prisoners, alongside a genuine interest in making a difference to your community. Your knowledge of best-practice in offender rehabilitation, in addition to your demonstrated ability to work and communicate collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, will be crucial to your success.
The ideal candidates will be experienced psychologists, social workers and other allied health professionals with experience in the forensic assessment and treatment of offenders within correctional settings.
Please note: Before commencement, you will be required to hold a full, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence, complete a National Criminal History Check and obtain a security clearance. Occasionally you may be asked to complete work outside ordinary business hours or undertake interstate business travel.
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Joining GEO is your chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of prisoners, their families and the community. Benefits of working for GEO, include but are not limited to:
This is your chance to be a part of a new model, with a philosophical focus on the rehabilitation and reintegration of all prisoners to reduce recidivism and improve outcomes.
Joining GEO is your chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of prisoners, their families and the community – Apply Now!
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