About The GEO Group Australia

The GEO Group is the country's leading provider of outsourced correctional services, operating in NSW and VIC. We aim 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 people we work with. As a Registered Training Provider (number 3570), GEO offers a wide variety of training programs which are nationally accredited.

Our company is defined by us always acting with Integrity, showing everyone Respect without fail, being Accountable at all times, always being Agile and continuously looking for opportunities to be Innovative.

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For more information about our organisation, visit our website at www.geogroup.com.au.

About Ravenhall Correctional Centre

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, 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.

For more information about Ravenhall Correctional Centre, click here.

About the Opportunity

The Team Leader manages the Family and Life Skills Programs portfolio including a team of Family Practitioners and Life Skills Facilitators. They are responsible for ensuring that family and life skills programs are delivered to a high standard and work collaboratively with other GEO and Alliance Partner staff to support positive rehabilitation and reintegration outcomes for prisoners. The Team Leader will also maintain a small case load of complex clients with specialised needs.

The Team Leader will have oversight of the Family Case Management and Family Reunification Services, Just for Dads visits program, Parenting Program and suite of Personal Development and Life Skills Programs available to prisoners at Ravenhall.

This role will:

• Provide leadership, expert advice and consultation to the Manager Transition and Reintegration, Alliance Partners and other key stakeholders on issues related to Family and Life Skills programs.
• Coordinate and provide oversight of all the Family Programs including Just for Dads, Parenting Program, Family Case Management and Family Reunification Services.
• Coordinate and provide oversight of GEO’s suite of Personal Development and Life Skills Programs.
• Liaise and work cooperatively with Child Protection, Legal Representatives, Carers and Family members of prisoners.
• Manage program referrals and allocate participants in line with expected service delivery requirements.
• Contribute to the completion of reports as required including contracted service delivery, outcome and performance measures.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and development of staff by providing training, regular supervision and practice feedback.

Your Skills and Experience

To be successful in the role of Family Practitioner you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Welfare, Human Services or other relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
• Sound knowledge of contemporary/community issues and matters that effect families and prisoner rehabilitation and reintegration programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Victorian Criminal Justice System including the role of the Courts, Lawyers, Child Protection, Prisons, Parole and Community Corrections.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team delivering programs and family services.
• Proven ability to maintain effective relationships with clients, peers and relevant agencies/key stakeholders.

For more information about this position, please click here to download the position description.

About the Benefits

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:

• Role diversity and internal career progression opportunities
• Ongoing funding for professional development opportunities (including further education sponsorship)
• Support with Professional Registration costs
• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary and rewards scheme
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff gym
• Subsidised meals

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!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

For enquiries please contact Ana Cuchilla-Castillo or Nimit Pandya, HR Officer on 03 8363 2658 or 03 8363 2662.

Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted approximately 2-3 weeks following the closing date. Unsuccessful candidates will be contacted in due course.