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Department of Justice, Western Australia
Australia
Приєднався 5 лис 2014
The Department of Justice supports the community, Western Australian Government, judiciary and Parliament through the provision of access to high quality justice, legal and corrective services, information and products.
The Department is the agency principally responsible for assisting the Attorney General and Minister for Corrective Services in developing and implementing policy and the administration and compliance with approximately 200 Acts.
The Department is the agency principally responsible for assisting the Attorney General and Minister for Corrective Services in developing and implementing policy and the administration and compliance with approximately 200 Acts.
Calling change-makers!
Are you dedicated and keen to guide the futures of young people in detention?
We’re currently recruiting Youth Custodial Officers.
YCOs play an integral role in ensuring safety and security at Banksia Hill. Officers must model behaviours to support and mentor detainees from various cultural backgrounds.
The Department values a diverse workforce and importantly, the contributions of Aboriginal staff.
Successful applicants are paid to train and graduate with a nationally recognised Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Youth Custodial) qualification.
Training salary is $79,156pa. Upon commencement, the shift salary increases to $79,156 - $84,977pa + 19% Commuted Allowance (approx.. $15,000pa) for shift work.
Youth Custodial Officers are generally rostered ten 12-hour shifts over a 21-day cycle - that’s 11 days off!
Watch the video to hear from current team members and learn more.
We’re currently recruiting Youth Custodial Officers.
YCOs play an integral role in ensuring safety and security at Banksia Hill. Officers must model behaviours to support and mentor detainees from various cultural backgrounds.
The Department values a diverse workforce and importantly, the contributions of Aboriginal staff.
Successful applicants are paid to train and graduate with a nationally recognised Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Youth Custodial) qualification.
Training salary is $79,156pa. Upon commencement, the shift salary increases to $79,156 - $84,977pa + 19% Commuted Allowance (approx.. $15,000pa) for shift work.
Youth Custodial Officers are generally rostered ten 12-hour shifts over a 21-day cycle - that’s 11 days off!
Watch the video to hear from current team members and learn more.
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Aaron's Story - A graduate of Drug Court
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A graduate of Drug Court says he has the program to thank for helping him beat a 21-year meth addiction - and go on to become an award-winning student at Murdoch University. Drug Court is a groundbreaking initiative that has helped thousands of offenders with addiction stay out of jail and turn their lives around. Aaron says Drug Court not only saved his life but has enabled him to help improve...
Minimum-security prisoners raise puppies for a worthy cause
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Prisoners at Boronia Pre-release Centre for Women are raising puppies under a special partnership with Guide Dogs WA (GDWA) to help Western Australians needing guide or assistance dogs.
A Cultural Connection
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To mark National Reconciliation Week, we are shining the spotlight on the traditional Aboriginal dance workshop held at Bandyup Women’s Prison. The women say the dancing brings them together and helps them connect to culture, building their identity and pride.
Aboriginal Justice Open Days mark milestone with free birth certificates
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The Department of Justice will provide 100 free Birth Certificates, along with crucial support to help people keep their lives on track, to mark its first 100th Aboriginal Justice Open Day in a Financial Year. The Open Day team travels all over the State delivering a one-stop-shop for essential documentation and administrative services that normally take months to access, especially in remote c...
Goldfields Youth Justice Team Australasian Youth Justice Award winners for Quality Connections
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Congratulations to our Goldfields Youth Justice team who have been named finalists in the Australasian Youth Justice Awards. The team works tirelessly with the local community to keep children out of custody, resulting in a downward trend in the region’s youth offending statistics. They service an area of over 770 thousand square kilometres with a population of almost 60 thousand - sometimes tr...
Day Release program - Australasian Youth Justice Awards (AYJA)
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The team of 10 was nominated for going above and beyond to coordinate a supervised Day Release program which enabled a teenager in detention to attend TAFE and continue with her Animal Care studies. The Day Release was so successful, the young woman has now reintegrated back into the community as an almost fully qualified Vet Nurse.
Celebrating International Women’s Day
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International Women’s Day raises awareness about gender inequality and celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Only by working together to overcome bias and achieve true parity can we ensure a safe, just and fair society where women and girls enjoy the same opportunities as their male counterparts.
Banksia Hill buoyed by Ben Cousins visit
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The Department of Justice has hosted Brownlow Medallist Ben Cousins as a special guest to motivate young people participating in a recreation program at Banksia Hill Detention Centre.
Green thumbs at Casuarina Prison diverting waste from landfill
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Casuarina Prison has an organic composting system which saves money, diverts waste from landfill and helps grow more nutritious food. 15 cubic metres of scraps from its vegetable processing workshop used to be thrown away every week. But now the nitrogen-rich off-cuts are being put to good use, and also helping to teach prisoners the value of waste.
Heart-warming Haka
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See the moment one of our Probationary Prison Officers was surprised on his graduation day when family members performed an impromptu Haka! Salia was touched to see his sons take part, saying “my boys are super shy … so it shows how much they care.” Salia and 21 fellow recruits are starting new careers in Corrective Services so the ceremonial dance, which marks great achievements or occasions, ...
Drug Detection Unit Graduation
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Two human and two canine recruits have joined the Department of Justice Drug Detection Unit (DDU). Officers Phil and Bree have completed three-months training alongside labradors Jett and Lucy. The DDU detects and prevents drugs and other contraband entering WA prisons and detention centres. Phil and Jett are off to work in the Goldfields while Bree and Lucy will be based in Perth.
Noongar Seasons Mural
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A labour of love and learning - 20 prisoners at Melaleuca Women’s Prison worked together to create a stunning Noongar seasons mural. June 1 marks the start of Makuru, one of the six seasons that make up the Noongar calendar. Although the calendar is distinct to the Noongar culture, participation was open to all. “It really was a collaborative piece of work,” said Gurmeet Singh, Campus Manager. ...
Casuarina Melaleuca Noongar Boodja Language Centre
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Did you know that Noongar language classes are held in WA custodial facilities? The classes, run by the Noongar Boodja Language Centre, are a vital connection to culture for men, women and young people in custody. This National Reconciliation Week, see how Aboriginal languages are being kept alive for future generations.
Open Days provide Aboriginal people with access to important services including identification.
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To conduct these Open Days, Department staff often travel long distances to remote communities. Ahead of National Reconciliation Week, check out some of the driver training undertaken by staff from the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages, to stay safe while working away on outback roads. To find out about upcoming Open Days, head here: www.justice.wa.gov.au/opendays
A day in the life of the Corrective Services Academy.
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A day in the life of the Corrective Services Academy.
Gardening Superstar visits Wooroloo Prison Farm
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Gardening Superstar visits Wooroloo Prison Farm
Prisoners Restore Iconic Locations in the South West
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Prisoners Restore Iconic Locations in the South West
Meet Aimee - Winner of the Corrective Services Innovation Award
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Meet Aimee - Winner of the Corrective Services Innovation Award
We're recruiting for an Aboriginal Graduate Officer
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We're recruiting for an Aboriginal Graduate Officer
Community Service Law Awards 2022 Winners
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Community Service Law Awards 2022 Winners
Training pilot boosts Aboriginal women prisoners’ job prospects
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Training pilot boosts Aboriginal women prisoners’ job prospects
Aboriginal women prisoners graduate from leadership program.
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Aboriginal women prisoners graduate from leadership program.
The Department is looking for registered nurses to join our prison health services teams.
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The Department is looking for registered nurses to join our prison health services teams.
Department welcomes newest Youth Custodial Officers
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Department welcomes newest Youth Custodial Officers
The Work and Development Permit Scheme is providing a lifeline to West Australians.
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The Work and Development Permit Scheme is providing a lifeline to West Australians.
How can we help? Trusts and Personal Financial Administration
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How can we help? Trusts and Personal Financial Administration
The Work and Development Permit (WDP) Scheme
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The Work and Development Permit (WDP) Scheme
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