Aboriginal Community Justice Advocate

Department: Aboriginal Services Unit; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 87.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Department of Communities and Justice NSW is seeking an Aboriginal Client and Community Support Officer in Mount Druitt. The role provides culturally responsive support, advocacy and referrals to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people navigating the justice system.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team to improve client outcomes and community wellbeing. The position is a temporary full-time appointment up to 12 months, with salary range $87,199 – $95,482 per year plus

Formación

• Strong communication, listening and advocacy skills.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with Aboriginal clients, families and communities.
• Knowledge of local Aboriginal communities, services and referral pathways.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy court environment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Strong cultural competence and the confidence to provide cultural guidance within multidisciplinary teams.
• Resilience, emotional intelligence and the ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Commitment to professionalism, accountability and cultural integrity.

Responsabilidades

• Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients through advocacy, referrals and practical assistance.
• Connect people with culturally safe services and community supports.
• Build strong partnerships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, government agencies and community providers.
• Contribute to the delivery of Circle Sentencing, Aboriginal Community Justice Groups and other culturally responsive initiatives.
• Help develop local solutions that address offending and improve community outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to support positive justice outcomes for Aboriginal people.
• Maintain accurate records and use technology to support effective service delivery and client engagement.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

Advocacy

Cultural competence

Relationship building

Knowledge of Aboriginal communities

Descripción del empleo

Department of Communities and Justice NSW is seeking an Aboriginal Client and Community Support Officer in Mount Druitt. The role provides culturally responsive support, advocacy and referrals to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people navigating the justice system.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team to improve client outcomes and community wellbeing. The position is a temporary full-time appointment up to 12 months, with salary range $87,199 – $95,482 per year plus