Prison Officer

Overview

Supervises and controls the activities of inmates in a prison or other correctional institution.

Skills

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

Tasks

  • observing the conduct and behaviour of prisoners to prevent disturbances and escapes
  • inspecting and maintaining the security of locks, window bars, grilles, doors and gates
  • supervising prisoners during work assignments, recreational periods, sporting activities and meals
  • assisting with the implementation of education, rehabilitation and other programs organised for prisoners
  • searching prisoners and cells for weapons, drugs and other contraband items
  • patrolling assigned areas and reporting breaches of rules, unsatisfactory attitudes and prisoner adjustment problems
  • requisitioning prisoners' clothing, toiletries, reading material and other allowable items
  • supervising prisoners in transit between courts, prisons and other facilities

Alternative Titles

  • Correctional Officer

Specialisations

  • Custodial Officer

Source: 1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition.
Note: The tasks associated with the occupation are to be used as guidance only. The tasks listing may include tasks associated with the grouping/category to which the occupation belongs.

Training Pathways

6 courses found.

Course name Providers
CSC40122: Certificate IV in Correctional Practice
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CSC30307: Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Community)
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Superseded by:
CSC30112 : Certificate III in Correctional Practice
CSC30122: Certificate III in Correctional Practice
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CSC30107: Certificate III in Correctional Practice
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Superseded by:
CSC30112 : Certificate III in Correctional Practice
CSC20122: Certificate II in Justice Services
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CSC20107: Certificate II in Justice Services
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Superseded by:
CSC20112 : Certificate II in Justice Services