Field Officer (Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Identified)

Aboriginal Legal Service; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 83.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary packaging up to $15,900 (not‑off

Annual leave loading 17.5%

Career and professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Aboriginal Legal Service in Redfern, NSW seeks a Field Officer (Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Identified) to connect mob with legal help and work with solicitors and communities to ensure fair access to justice.

You will travel across Country to support clients, build partnerships with local organisations, and keep high-quality records in line with ALS values. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Formación

• Be a proud Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, recognised and accepted by your community.
• Demonstrated lived experience, cultural knowledge, and connection to community.
• Strong understanding and respect for culture, traditions, and community needs when helping clients and their families.
• Commitment to fairness and social justice, knowing challenges our people face in the legal system.
• Know the support services and referrals available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and help access them.
• Ability to write clear and accurate reports about client work and outcomes.

Responsabilidades

• Walking alongside mob, offering culturally safe support, referrals, and legal information.
• Working with our solicitor and clients, helping with files, staying in touch, and ensuring clients get the support they need.
• Getting out into the community for a yarn, sharing information, and delivering legal education in ways that work for mob.
• Building strong connections with clients, local organisations, and community groups to help access justice.
• Keeping work high-quality and respectful, following ALS values, staying organised, and maintaining records.
• Travelling across Country to support clients, visit communities, and represent the ALS at courts, meetings, and events.

Conocimientos

Indigenous identity

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Report writing

Cultural knowledge

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Field Officer (Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Identified)

Job: 1699976 | Full-Time | Permanent | Redfern Office, NSW| $82,532 - $84,799 (Based on Experience)
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.

The Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) was established in a critical act of self-determination over 50 years ago as part of the Aboriginal rights protest movement. We provide high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout NSW and the ACT, and fight for social justice and equity for our communities.

Your Impact
In this role, you will provide culturally safe support and connect mob with legal help, working closely with solicitors and community to ensure fair access to justice. Your work will strengthen relationships and empower clients on their legal journey. Each day, you will:

• Walking alongside mob, offering culturally safe support, referrals, and legal information.
• Working with our solicitor and clients, helping with files, staying in touch, and making sure clients get the support they need.
• Getting out into the community for a yarn, share information, and deliver legal education in ways that work for mob.
• Building strong connections with clients, local organisations, and community groups to help our people get fair access to justice.
• Keeping your work high-quality and respectful, following ALS values, staying organised, and keeping good records.
• Travelling across Country to support clients, visit communities, and represent the ALS at courts, meetings, and events.

Your Story & Strengths
With respect and pride, you’ll walk alongside community, with a deep understanding of cultural, social, and historical needs. You’re committed to standing up for justice, supporting mob with care, and helping reduce cultural load and bring these values and strengths:

• Be a proud Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, recognised and accepted by your community, with demonstrated lived experience, cultural knowledge, and connection to community.
• Have a strong understanding and respect for culture, traditions, and community needs when helping clients and their families.
• Be committed to fairness and social justice, knowing the challenges our people face in the legal system.
• Know the support services and referrals available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and be able to help them access these.
• Be confident in writing clear and accurate reports about client work and outcomes.
• Have strong problem-solving skills, work well on your own and in a team, with strong Microsoft Suite skills.

Our Journey Together
At ALS, you can discover a fulfilling career that truly makes an impact in the community. We also offer our staff a range of generous benefits including:

• Not-for-profit salary packaging, helping you make the most out of your salary by offering up to $15,900 annually to minimise your tax and maximise your net income.
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%, ensuring that you are rewarded for your time off and can enjoy a well-deserved break.
• Career and professional development opportunities.

Caring for Community & You
To protect the communities we serve, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safe recruitment practices. Therefore, it is essential that candidates either possess or have the capacity to obtain a current and valid Working with Children (NSW) check for this role.

ALS is committed to equal opportunity and cultural safety in recruitment for all candidates. If you identify as a person with a disability and need any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Team at ******@alsnswact.org.au - we will work with you to ensure an accessible and supportive experience.

Additional information

• Be the support mob needs and leave a lasting impact in the community!
• Empower community through culture, care, and connection.
• $82,532 - $84,799 + super + salary packaging & leave loading!