Working in Corrections

Welcome! You have just taken the first step towards an interesting and rewarding career with the Department of Justice (DoJ).
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Corrective Services work is more than a job – it is a vocation. The Department is committed to protecting the community, the people in our care and each other. In carrying out our mission we serve the public. Everyone in the Department is a leader, and everyone leads at all levels in community corrections, custodial settings and the public sector.

Department of Justice’s aim is to be recognised and valued as a leader in developing and delivering justice services.

Mission

A fair, just and safe community for all Western Australians

Principles

  • High performing and professional
  • Ethical and accountable
  • Trained, safe and supported

Values

  • Respecting rights and diversity
  • Fostering service excellence
  • Being fair and reasonable

If you have been previously employed as a Prison Officer, Special Operations Group Officer or Youth Custodial Officer with Department of Justice, Western Australia within the last two years and have completed your probation, complete the custodial staff re-engagement online form.

The Department provides diverse career opportunities for enthusiastic and committed people from various backgrounds. We value our employees highly and we're always looking to add skilful and dedicated people to our team. So if you're thinking about joining our dedicated team, explore our exciting range of career opportunities below:

Youth Custodial Officers standing in a row at Banksia Hill Detention Centre

Youth Custodial Officer

Youth Custodial Officers are responsible for young people aged between 10 and 17 years, supervising every aspect of their life in detention.
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Youth Justice Officer

Youth Justice Officers contribute to community safety by making a positive difference to the lives of young people who offend.
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Prison Officer

Join one of our Prison Officer teams around WA and secure your future.
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Special Operations Group

The SOG operates 24 hours a day in order to provide a state-wide response to emergency situations as required.
Community Corrections Officer discussing about a case at the workplace.

Community Corrections Officer

A CCO provides offender assessment and advice to courts, works within a broader justice framework.
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Custodial Nurse

If you are passionate about helping some of the State’s most vulnerable people access quality healthcare join us in our custodial Health Centres.
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Drug Detection Officer

Conducting searches of individuals, environments and property within the Corrective Services estate through the use of detection dogs or other drug detection technology.
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Mental Health Nurse

Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drug (MHAOD) nursing staff are autonomous, compassionate, critical thinkers who deliver quality mental health care.
Prison Medical Officer Dr Fermin

Prison Medical Officer

Compassion is the best medicine for custodial health care.
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Psychologist

Our psychologists work in a variety of challenging and interesting roles.
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Social worker

Our social workers work in a challenging environment, one that is interesting and engaging.
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Teachers and trainers

Our teachers and trainers help prisoners and juvenile detainees develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes they need to take responsible control of their lives.
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Vocational Support Officer

As a Vocational Support Officer (VSO), you will have the opportunity to share your industry knowledge with prisoners and equip them with valuable work skills.

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