The Central & Northern Region Command, Custodial Operations Division is responsible for the delivery of custodial services across Queensland. People in custody are supervised in either high or low security correctional centres. High security centres provide for the management of adult prisoners held in secure custody correctional centres across Queensland.

The Industries Development Branch is responsible for long-term strategic planning for viable industries in Queensland prisons. The aim of prison industry programs is to effectively rehabilitate prisoners and prepare them for a successful and productive future following release into the community.

Job details

In this role you will control the daily operations of a high-volume kitchen within a Correctional Centre. 

The primary accountabilities of the Trade Instructor, Caterer include:  

• Supervise the behaviour and activities of prisoners on a daily basis in accordance with the centre/facility's routine 
• Develop productive relationships with staff, management, professionals, police and other agencies 
• Assist in the rehabilitation of prisoners by participating in or overseeing their work or activities and contributing to case management functions within the centre 
• Identify prisoners who may be at risk and advise relevant staff in a timely manner 
• Interact with prisoners and respond to their needs through the provision of services in an appropriate manner within relevant guidelines and rules
• Encourage prisoners to participate in programs to maximise their opportunities for rehabilitation 
• Report details or incidents and behaviour of prisoners for the purpose of the sentence management process 
• Participate in the reception, induction and discharge of prisoners in accordance with procedures 
• Assess prisoner needs prior to action and take into account traditional cultural values 
• Prepare reports on relevant activities and maintain appropriate records 
• Perform other administrative duties as required
• Prepare relevant reports on trade and/or industry activities
• Maintain training and other records
• Perform other administrative duties required in the effective management of the Unit
• Monitor and maintain the dynamic and static security requirements of the correctional centre or facility, reporting any unusual behaviours or occurrences which could result in a breach of security
• Undertake searches and perform escort duties of prisoners both within the centre and externally when required
• Ensure you respond to emergency or security breaches in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes
• Prepare and submit accurate incident reports/ statements/ records concerning notifiable incidents
• Identify and respond appropriately to potential security risks and illegal activity
• Provide reports concerning equipment damage, defects or loss and maintain accurate administration records
• Restrain and control non-compliant prisoners in accordance with policies and guidelines and ensure participate in annual training in control and restraint to maintain competence
• Participate in all training as directed by the Agency including the ongoing maintenance and current competence of all qualifications including, but not limited to Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial) and other annual training requirements
• Maintain a professional level of appearance at all times by wearing the QCS issued uniform in accordance with Agency uniform standards
• Comply with all QCS policy, procedures and legislation including the applicable Code of Conduct
• Prepare meals in accordance with the centre's requirements and take into account budgetary considerations and dietary guidelines
• Assist in the preparation of an operational plan, budget estimates and the effective budget management for industries cost centres
• Actively participate in procurement process and stock control procedures
• Provide relevant training and education to prisoners including but not limited to the safe operation of kitchen equipment and all Food Safety Program activities and procedures
• Liaise with management in relation to the employment of prisoners in the kitchen area
• Develop food handling protocols which meet food safety guidelines

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 690524-26-Role Description (PDF, 297KB)
  Role Description
  
  690524-26-Applicant information guide (PDF, 940KB)
  Information Package for Applicants