Assessment and Transition Coordinator

About the role

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking an Assessment and Transition Coordinator for its prison and corrective services in Barwon South West, Greater Geelong. The role helps people in custody prepare for release, supports their rehabilitation and helps them access services that build a safer future. It is an ongoing, full-time position at VPS 3 grade.

Key responsibilities

• Assess people's risks and needs to identify the support they need
• Develop personalised plans for release, rehabilitation and reintegration into the community
• Prepare parole applications and organise referrals to essential programs and services
• Work with diverse teams and service providers to deliver programs and support people in custody
• Maintain accurate records, track program outcomes and help improve services

Required profile

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field is highly desirable; experience in human services, welfare practice or a related field is also highly regarded
• A sound understanding of the challenges people face when leaving prison
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Ability to build trust, manage difficult conversations and support people who may be hard to reach

Required skills

• Experience using risk or welfare assessment tools to identify people's needs

What we offer

• Ongoing, full-time role earning $81,496 - $98,955 per year, plus superannuation
• Work with a skilled team in a modern prison setting

To apply, use the Apply button on the advertisement with a resume and covering letter; attachments can be uploaded in .doc.docx.pdf.txt or .rtf formats. Pre-employment checks, which may include national police checks and misconduct screening, are required. Applications close 19 November 2026.