Parramatta | Full-time | Permanent
The Aboriginal Legal Service is offering an exciting opportunity to liaise with local Aboriginal organisations and communities, including local representative groups to proactively link Aboriginal clients, organisations and communities with the justice system. Enjoy coming to work each day with a purpose-driven organisation that makes a real difference.
This role would suit a person with excellent communication, facilitation and organisational skills and strong community connections.
This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
About the ALS
Born out of a protest movement, the Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) Limited is the primary legal service for Aboriginal people in NSW and the ACT. Our vision is to achieve social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.
We offer a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment. We’re passionate about what we do and we work hard. The ALS values the health and wellbeing of our employees and we are proud to offer flexible work practices. Staff can choose to take advantage of benefits including salary packaging to maximise take-home pay.
About the role
The primary responsibility of the Field Officer, Criminal Law Practice is to provide high quality support and referral services to ALS clients. The Field Officer also works closely with ALS solicitors to provide holistic legal services.
Your skills and experience
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander; identifies as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person and is accepted as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person in the community in which he or she lives
- Knowledge and appreciation of the cultural and social needs of Aboriginal communities combined with continuing respect and support for Aboriginal cultural practices when considering service delivery and other support for clients, their families, communities and staff
- Commitment to the principles of social justice
- Knowledge and understanding of social justice issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people involved in the legal system
- Knowledge of support and referral services available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients involved in the legal system
- Ability to produce high-quality, accurate and relevant reports regarding client engagement, and outcomes of client support and referrals
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to prepare and deliver community legal education using varied information media
- Desirable: Driver's Licence
How to apply
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Please submit the completed application package to Jacklyn Dougan-Jones, Acting Managing Solicitor (Parramatta) at E: [email protected]
- If you have any enquiries or would like to discuss the role, please contact Jacklyn Dougan-Jones, Acting Managing Solicitor (Parramatta) at E: [email protected]
Please apply promptly, as we may shortlist and commence interviews within the vacancy period.
Applications for this position close extended to 5:00pm Friday 14 July 2023.
