EVER wondered what it\u2019s like to work in prison?<\/p>\n
Most people have a very particular idea \u2013 high walls, long and dark corridors and heavy security. The reality is that working in a prison is so much more.<\/p>\n
United by a desire to protect the public and change lives for the better, Victoria\u2019s prison officers are as diverse as the communities they serve.<\/p>\n
From tradies and teachers to healthcare workers and retail staff \u2013 it\u2019s a career that attracts people from all walks of life, but few know what the role of a prison officer actually entails.<\/p>\n
Prison Officer Eloise shares her story.<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery day is different. I help to ensure the smooth running of the prison, including tasks such as supervising people in custody and supporting positive behaviour change.\u201d<\/p>\n
Eloise always dreamed of turning her passion for true crime and psychology into a career. After studying a Bachelor of Criminal Justice and a Graduate Diploma in Forensic Behavioural Science, she wanted to put everything she learned into practice, so left her job in retail to join Corrections Victoria.<\/p>\n
Eloise had no idea how much her retail experience would equip her with the skills required to build relationships with people in custody in her unit at Hopkins Correctional Centre.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs a prison officer, you communicate with people from different backgrounds and these are skills that I gained working in customer service roles in retail. All my colleagues have their own techniques to get to know the people in their care and I often use humour to encourage them to open up.\u201d<\/p>\n
Looking for something different? The skills you already have can help you make a positive impact as a prison officer. New prison officers are now eligible for a sign on bonus of $5,000* and 41 days of paid training are provided before the first day on the job. Find out how you can be part of a team reshaping lives at: https:\/\/www.justice.vic.gov.au\/prison-careers.<\/p>\n
*Conditions apply.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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