Group
Occupation
452131 Correctional Officer
Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0
Released
6/12/2024
First release
452131 Correctional Officer
Supervises and controls the activities of inmates in a prison or other correctional institution.
Community Corrections Officers are excluded from this occupation. Community Corrections Officers are included in Occupation 411631 Community Corrections Officer.
Alternative titles
- Corrections Officer
- Prison Officer
Specialisation
- Custodial Officer
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Maintains security and order within a prison or other correctional institution
- Inspects cells, common areas and facilities for weapons, drugs and other contraband items, and ensures compliance with institutional rules and regulations
- Monitors inmate activities and behaviour, intervenes in situations that may pose a risk to safety or security, and prevents disturbances and escapes
- Escorts inmates to and from various locations, such as medical facilities in the community, and the correctional institution
- Provides support and guidance to inmates, including conflict resolution