prison jobs in Australia

A leading mental health service provider located in Lara, Australia, seeks a Clinical Coordinator to manage mental health care at the Lara Precinct and regional prisons. The successful candidate will coordinate care, provide clinical leadership to nursing staff, and liaise with service providers to foster mental health recovery. Applicants must be Registered Nurses with strong experience in...

Position number: Pool Ref 231996 Work type: Permanent – Part Time, Permanent – Full Time, Fixed Term – Full Time, Fixed Term – Part Time Location: Various Regional Prisons – Greenough, Eastern Goldfields, West Kimberley Closing date: 2026-08-12 4:30 PM Attachments: Job Description Form – Prison Counsellor.pdf Corrective Services The Psychological Health Service (PHS) sits within the Justice...

The Department of Justice has a number of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategies in place, and our recruitment practices aim to facilitate full participation from all population cohorts. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and faiths, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people. The...

A public sector organization in Western Australia is hiring for the position of Senior Case Management Assessor. This role involves assessing prisoners and collaborating closely with prison management. You will provide mentorship to junior assessors and ensure the quality of assessments. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and a background in case management. The role requires...

A leading government agency in Western Australia is seeking an experienced Manager, Heritage Projects to contribute to the conservation of Fremantle Prison, a World Heritage site. You will oversee project management, ensuring compliance and best practices in heritage conservation. Applicants must have a strong background in property management and communication skills to liaise with various...

A leading healthcare provider in South Australia seeks an Enrolled Nurse for permanent full-time positions in Port Augusta Prison. You will deliver respectful, person-centered care, support Registered Nurses, and ensure proper clinical procedures. Communication skills and NMBA eligibility are necessary. Enjoy benefits like salary packaging, flexible work options, and a supportive workplace...

Senior Prison Officer - Tarrengower Prison - Location: North West - Loddon - Job Function: Prison and Corrective Services - Work Type: Ongoing - full time About this role - Coach, mentor and support prison officers. - Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity. The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Senior Prison Officer to provide a critical role at Tarrengower Prison. About the...

A leading security and facility services company is seeking a Health Services Manager at Mount Gambier Prison, South Australia. This pivotal role offers an opportunity to influence patient care and healthcare operations in a unique correctional setting. The successful candidate will provide leadership to a team of nurses, manage healthcare delivery and engage with stakeholders. With comprehensive...

A global service provider in Wooroloo is seeking a Nurse Unit Manager to lead primary health services at Acacia Prison. The role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to provide quality patient-centered care and managing a diverse team of professionals. Ideal candidates should have experience in senior clinical leadership and a current registration as a Division 1 Nurse with AHPRA....

A government organization in Victoria seeks a Senior Prison Officer to lead a team in Corrections Victoria. The ideal candidate will coordinate daily operations and ensure safety within the facility. Applicants must have strong leadership skills, experience in management, and relevant qualifications including a Certificate III in Correctional Practice. This is a full-time ongoing opportunity with...

A health services organization is seeking a Senior Psychologist within Prison Mental Health Services in Maryborough. The role involves providing high-level clinical services and leadership as part of a multidisciplinary team. Successful candidates will be responsible for forensic mental health care for adult patients, delivering clinical services, and contributing to training and policy...

A leading community service organization in Kalgoorlie is hiring a Case Worker to support individuals in the local prison community, both prior and post-release. The successful candidate will visit clients, facilitate group sessions, and provide high-quality re-entry services. Ideal applicants will have a degree in Community Services or a related field and at least 3 years of experience working...

A leading mental health service provider is seeking a Senior Psychologist to join their dynamic team in Maryborough. The role involves delivering high level clinical and forensic psychology services and providing professional leadership within the Prison Mental Health Services team. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification in psychology and a strong background in forensic mental...

Department of Justice WA – East Victoria Park WA About the role The Rehabilitation and Reintegration Branch (R&R) leads the development and coordinated implementation of offender rehabilitation programs, interventions, and services with the aim of improving offender’s lives and reducing the likelihood of re‐offending. This includes ensuring appropriate assessment and case management practices...

We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people. The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with...

Listed By : Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service on 9 Jan 2026 Psychologist - Senior (Prison Mental Health) (Maryborough) Location: Prison Mental Health Services, WideBay Mental Health Services, Maryborough Correctional Centre Remuneration: You willreceive a competitive remuneration package value up to $157,360 p.a.,comprising salary between $128,169 - $137,918 p.a., employer contribution...

A leading health provider in South Australia is seeking an Aboriginal Health Practitioner or Registered/Enrolled Nurse to deliver culturally safe care within a prison health team. This role involves assessing health needs, planning care, and linking Aboriginal patients to community services. Candidates must possess the right qualifications and experience to support Aboriginal patients....

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Corrective Services Salary: L4SC, $146,998 - $157,135 per annum plus 12% superannuation (PSCSAA 2024) Position number: 2458 Work type: Permanent - Full Time Location: East Victoria Park Closing date: 2026-01-27 4:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) Attachments: - Applicant Information Pack.pdf - Job Description Form - Prisoner Education Manager Regional.pdf You can...

A governmental correctional service is seeking a Senior Prison Officer for Tarrengower Prison. This role involves mentoring prison officers, maintaining security, and managing daily operations. The successful candidate will have completed Officer Pre Service Training and possess strong communication skills. Emphasis is placed on rehabilitation and supporting offenders. This full-time position...

Overview The Department of Justice has a number of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategies in place, and our recruitment practices aim to facilitate full participation from all population cohorts. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and faiths, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people. The...