Description
Supervises and controls the activities of inmates in a prison or other correctional institution.
Skill Level
4
Alternative Titles
- Correctional Officer (Aus)
- Corrections Officer (NZ)
Specializations
- Custodial Officer
Skills Assessment Authority
Caveats
Group: 4421 Prison Officers
Description
supervise and control the activities of inmates in prisons and other correctional institutions.
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
Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.