Nathanial Turner
Townsville,QLD
Summary
I hold skills and tertiary qualifications relevant to gathering, compiling, analysing and application of information within the correctional system. I have used these skills to perform assessments as Case Manager, Correctional Counsellor and Sentence Planning Coordinator. I have engaged in case management in custody and in the community with individuals displaying a range of challenging behaviours and levels of vulnerability. My time in these roles has involved my working in partnership with agencies both internal, and external to Queensland Corrective Services.
I am passionate regarding my work in the criminal justice system and committed to developing and expanding my skills in the area.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Case Manager
Queensland Corrective Services
09.2023 - Current
- Continuing case management practices as described under 'Case Manager' role.
- Providing case management and risk management of clients assessed as requiring enhanced and intensive case management.
Case Manager
Queensland Corrective Services
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Working collaboratively with individuals supervised in the community to address their needs and reduce recidivism.
- Preparing reports for court to inform sentencing magistrates of an individual's suitability for community-based orders.
- Conducting assessments to identify an individual's areas of risk and need to inform case management focus.
- Collaborating with external service providers and other government departments to improve community safety.
Correctional Counsellor
Queensland Corrective Services
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Supported individuals in custody, particularly vulnerable or complex cases through the Prisoner of Concern and Intensive Management Plan practices.
- Addressed behavioural issues amongst the prison population to reduce incidents while in custody and assist reintegration into the community.
- Assessed individuals at the reception stage, identifying risk to both themselves and others.
- Provided assessment of the rehabilitation needs of individuals in custody and assisted their transition into the community.
- Established rapport with the prison population, obtained information pertaining to the safety and wellbeing within the centre and shared this information with relevant staff.
- Engaged in coordination regarding National Disability Insurance Scheme within Lotus Glen Correctional Centre. Identified, referred and assisted in the management of individuals with disabilities.
Sentence Planning Coordinator
Queensland Corrective Services
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Completed Parole Board Assessment Reports to assess level of risk to the community, identifying interventions, and recommending parole conditions.
- Referred individuals to interventions in custody/ the community, and referred those with difficulties regarding their plans for release to CREST.
- Delivered and explained Parole Board correspondence, including both positive and adverse news.
- Took part in weekly meetings with other Sentence Planning Coordinators and management to plan for upcoming workload.
Education
Certificate IV in Correctional Practice -
Queensland Corrective Services Academy
Brisbane, QLD01-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts Majoring in Criminology (Hons)
James Cook University
Townsville2017
Year 12 Certificate -
Townsville Grammar School
Townsville01-2007
Skills
- Identification of behaviours that are indicative of risk to self and others in a custodial and community setting
- Ability to case manage individuals assessed as high-risk of committing further offences in a community setting
- Knowledge of brief interventions
- Extensive history of working with First Nations individuals
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Risk analysis and management
- High level understanding of crime, criminality and the criminal justice system
- Demonstrated interviewing ability
- Extensive knowledge of the Integrated Offender Management System (IOMS) and utilisation of information stored within
- Experience with handling confidential information, and understanding of the importance of information security and privacy
- Engagement with work groups within Queensland Corrective Services and external government and non-government agencies
- Trained in conducting assessments relevant to individuals who have committed sex offences
Referees
Tara Thomas
Acting District Manager
Northern Region Community Corrections
Tara.Thomas@Corrections.qld.gov.au
Nathan Bell
Acting Supervisor
Northern Region Community Corrections
Nathan.Bell@Corrections.qld.gov.au
Timeline
Senior Case Manager
Queensland Corrective Services
09.2023 - Current
Case Manager
Queensland Corrective Services
01.2023 - 09.2023
Correctional Counsellor
Queensland Corrective Services
01.2020 - 01.2023
Sentence Planning Coordinator
Queensland Corrective Services
01.2018 - 01.2020
Certificate IV in Correctional Practice -
Queensland Corrective Services Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts Majoring in Criminology (Hons)
James Cook University
Year 12 Certificate -
Townsville Grammar School
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