Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer: Cultural Support

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC; Victoria; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $8,000

Job summary

The Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer (AWO) role was established under the Victorian Aboriginal Justice Agreement to address the over-representation of Aboriginal people in the criminal justice system. AWOs support prisoners with culturally appropriate wellbeing and facilitate access to Indigenous-specific programs.

As part of Corrections Victoria's commitment, the role requires a Certificate of Aboriginality and offers a sign-on bonus to attract experienced candidates.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal community.
• Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with members of the Victorian Aboriginal community.
• To learn more about this role, read the attached position description.

Responsibilities

• Provide cultural and practical support for Aboriginal prisoners by identifying strengths, aspirations and goals for returning to a non-offending lifestyle.
• Interview and complete a wellbeing checklist with Aboriginal prisoners after reception to inform Indigenous-specific programs and services.
• Provide cultural and wellbeing support to meet pre- and post-release needs and advocate on their behalf as appropriate.
• Assist Aboriginal prisoners to access programs and entitlements to aid reintegration into the community.

Skills

Aboriginal community knowledge

Sensitive communication

Position description familiarity

Job description

The Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer (AWO) role was established under the Victorian Aboriginal Justice Agreement to address the over-representation of Aboriginal people in the criminal justice system. AWOs support prisoners with culturally appropriate wellbeing and facilitate access to Indigenous-specific programs.

As part of Corrections Victoria's commitment, the role requires a Certificate of Aboriginality and offers a sign-on bonus to attract experienced candidates.