Field Officer Bendigo

We are looking for individuals with various backgrounds and experience. Some desirable skills include: You'll need to be able to communicate and demonstrate a range of tasks and ensure a safe environment for work teams. Have a strong understanding of Occupational Health and Safety practices and their practical application. Quickly build rapport in order to understand the motivations of others, identify issues and suggest courses of action appropriate to their needs. Have demonstrated ability to manage conflict and strong problem-solving skills. Model appropriate behaviours and attitudes to assist individuals to develop new skills and work practices. Carpentry or handyman skills Gardening landscaping or painting skills Field Officers carry out a mixture of field work and office-based work, so it's important that you are able to demonstrate computer skills and written communication skills. Transporting individuals is also a key part of the role and Field Officers will be required to drive a 12-seater bus with trailer. A full and current drivers' licence is essential for this position. Community Work operates seven days per week and this role will be required to work on weekends. Weekend availability is required. For More Information About The Role Please Contact Sarah Thompson – Manager, Community Work & Partnerships on 0407 427 396 or Sarah.Thompson@justice.vic.gov.au How To Apply Please click the Apply button at the bottom of this advertisement. Applications should include a resume uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. The Assessment Process Will Entail The Following Several questions in the application form upon submitting your resume A phone screen An interview Reference checks Security checks Health assessment – medical history and physical fitness components The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, nationally coordinated criminal history checks (NCCHC), and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles). If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Child Safe Statement Of Commitment The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.