Job Description
Rewarding role, leading an established team and performing program, promoting second chances and working to reduce reoffending across South Australia.
Work Ready, Release Ready is a pioneering program that supports individuals engaging with correctional services to build skills, confidence, and readiness to find a job while settling back into the community.
The Role
Reporting to the Executive Manager, you will oversee the delivery of the Work Ready Release Ready (WRRR) Program across multiple South Australian correctional facilities—including Mobilong, Port Augusta, Cadell, APC, Mount Gambier, Port Lincoln, and the Adelaide Women’s Prison—as well as in community settings.
Your leadership will drive program performance, stakeholder engagement, and employment outcomes for participants transitioning back into the community.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and continuously improve the South Australian Department for Correctional Services funded WRRR Program across participating prisons and in the community.
Oversee the WorkPlace Program through OARS to ensure employment targets are met.
Provide accurate, timely written and verbal reporting to DCS’ Executive, senior leadership, and other key stakeholders.
Achieve KPI targets set collaboratively by Workskil, DCS, and OARS.
Ensure compliance with all contractual, deed, policy, and guideline requirements.
Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with key stakeholders.
Design and implement operational strategies and employment initiatives to improve outcomes for prior offenders.
Deliver culturally informed services, with a strong commitment to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants.
About You
You’re an accomplished leader who thrives in a complex, purpose-driven environment. You bring sound judgment, compassion, and the ability to motivate teams working with vulnerable cohorts.
You Will Bring:
Work Ready, Release Ready is a pioneering program that supports individuals engaging with correctional services to build skills, confidence, and readiness to find a job while settling back into the community.
The Role
Reporting to the Executive Manager, you will oversee the delivery of the Work Ready Release Ready (WRRR) Program across multiple South Australian correctional facilities—including Mobilong, Port Augusta, Cadell, APC, Mount Gambier, Port Lincoln, and the Adelaide Women’s Prison—as well as in community settings.
Your leadership will drive program performance, stakeholder engagement, and employment outcomes for participants transitioning back into the community.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and continuously improve the South Australian Department for Correctional Services funded WRRR Program across participating prisons and in the community.
Oversee the WorkPlace Program through OARS to ensure employment targets are met.
Provide accurate, timely written and verbal reporting to DCS’ Executive, senior leadership, and other key stakeholders.
Achieve KPI targets set collaboratively by Workskil, DCS, and OARS.
Ensure compliance with all contractual, deed, policy, and guideline requirements.
Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with key stakeholders.
Design and implement operational strategies and employment initiatives to improve outcomes for prior offenders.
Deliver culturally informed services, with a strong commitment to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants.
About You
You’re an accomplished leader who thrives in a complex, purpose-driven environment. You bring sound judgment, compassion, and the ability to motivate teams working with vulnerable cohorts.
You Will Bring:
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The ustice Programs Manager - Work Ready, Release Ready position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Adelaide offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
