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A Correctional Supervisor leads a team of correctional officers in a prison or correctional facility. You might attend to training needs, process staff performance reviews or attend to other employee issues. Correctional Supervisors ensure safety and security are maintained at a facility and may conduct patrols or deal with inmate incidents. You might also attend to security breaches or emergency situations.
Correctional Supervisors should have strong leadership skills and be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds. It’s important that you are physically fit and are willing to work a range of shifts including nights and weekends. Correctional Officers should have good teamwork skills and be able to follow correct procedures at all times.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Correctional Supervisor.
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Get started in the Victorian justice system with the 22595VIC Advanced Diploma of Justice. This hands-on diploma introduces you to the operational functions of the justice department in Victoria and teaches you the essentials of criminal law, legal principles and ethical practice, case management, child protection, cultural diversity, legal research, sociology and criminology, human rights, and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, Victorian justice department career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment opportunities in your area..
Average duration: 12 months.
The POL80115 Graduate Certificate in Police Management is for qualified police officers who need skills in strategic and operational management. This nationally recognised qualification covers policing governance, documentation and accountability, project management, incident management, leadership and risk management. You’ll graduate a more confident decision maker and team leader. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements and enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 24 months.
Become a qualified corrections officer with the CSC50122 Diploma of Correctional Administration. This nationally recognised qualification that will advance your career to supervisor or team leader and will teach you how to administer programs and services that relate to the management of offenders. Competencies include: critical decision making, managing workplace relationships, managing offender behaviour, responding to incidents, responding to security threats, developing risk management plans, team management and delegation skills. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, correctional services career outcomes, and enrolment opportunities in your area..
In Australia, a full time Correctional Supervisor generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen an increase in employee numbers over the last five years. There are currently 19,500 people working in this sector in Australia and many of them specialise as a Correctional Supervisor. Correctional Supervisors may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities where correctional facilities are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Correctional Supervisor interests you, you could enrol in a Certificate IV in Correctional Practice. This course is designed for experienced correctional service officers and allows you to choose a specialisation including dog handling, case management, supervision and leadership or emergency response. You could also consider an Advanced Diploma of Justice, a Diploma of Correctional Administration or a Graduate Certificate in Police Management.
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Here are some potential career pathways within correctional services. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Correctional Services
Community Corrections Officer
$1,150 weekly pay
Correctional Emergency Response Officer
$1,350 weekly pay
Correctional Officer
Criminologist
Parole Officer
$1,250 weekly pay
Prison Officer
Correctional Case Manager
$1,400 weekly pay
Correctional Supervisor
Learn more about Correctional Supervisor courses in your area.