Aboriginal Victim Engagement Specialist Court Support

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria; Melbourne; In loco; AUD 81.000 - 99.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Superannuation

Descrizione del lavoro

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria, is seeking an Aboriginal Victim Engagement Officer to support victims of crime at the Children’s Court in Melbourne. The role focuses on culturally safe, trauma‑informed assistance and facilitating access to support services and restorative justice options.

You will engage with Aboriginal communities, court staff, and victim support services, maintaining records and contributing to continuous improvement of victim support.

Competenze

• No mandatory qualification, relevant tertiary qualification preferred.
• At least two years' experience delivering services or supervising staff.
• Certificate of Aboriginality required before offer.
• Knowledge of Victorian Aboriginal communities and cultures.

Mansioni

• Provide sensitive support in person and by phone, with care for trauma.
• Connect victims with services and explain options for restorative justice.
• Build relationships with Aboriginal communities and victim support services.
• Help team provide culturally safe support tailored to each victim.
• Keep accurate records and share advice to improve victim support.

Conoscenze

Cultural awareness

Sensitive communication

Youth justice knowledge

Victim support experience

Formazione

Relevant tertiary qualification

Certificate of Aboriginality

Descrizione del lavoro

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria, is seeking an Aboriginal Victim Engagement Officer to support victims of crime at the Children’s Court in Melbourne. The role focuses on culturally safe, trauma‑informed assistance and facilitating access to support services and restorative justice options.

You will engage with Aboriginal communities, court staff, and victim support services, maintaining records and contributing to continuous improvement of victim support.