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Information Referral Officer – Clerk Grade 3/4 – Central Sydney And Parramatta – Talent Pool – Aboriginal And Non-Aboriginal Combined

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW

~ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW

 
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 25 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Undertake referrals of clients to both legal practitioners and non-legal services including liaison with the Legal Aid NSW Grants Division and the legal practitioners, co-ordination and involvement in the provision of a range of family law services including community legal education and the provision of high level administrative support in relation to Legal Aid NSW data input and proper use of Legal Aid NSW systems, preparation of documents, legal research and the provision of high level assistance to support the work of solicitors in the Family Law Division.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will be organised and have strong administrative experience. The successful applicant must have good communication skills and be able to engage with the legal profession, stakeholders and clients to effectively refer matters where there is a need for ongoing legal assistance. The successful applicant needs to be enthusiastic in delivering good client service.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

 • Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check

 

 • Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Resident or hold a valid working visa

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MEDICAL EDUCATION AND SUPERVISION OFFICER

Shepparton or Wangaratta, or Echuca (negotiable), Victoria University of Melbourne

Job no: 0050794

Work type: Fixed Term

Location: Shepparton or Wangaratta, or Echuca (negotiable)

Division/Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Department/School: Melbourne Medical School

Salary: $93,935 – $101,684 p.a. (pro rata)

Role & Superannuation rate: Professional – Part time – 17% super

The role of the Goulburn Valley Regional Training Hub (GVRTH) is to support medical students and junior doctors with an interest in rural practice and to increase the training opportunities for General Practitioners and specialists in rural areas. The role is responsible for promoting, developing and delivering the continuing education of supervising staff involved in medical education and provides a key contact point for doctors involved in training programs. In partnership with the University of Melbourne (UoM) Goulburn Valley Regional Training Hub (GVRTH), the Medical Education and Supervision Officer promotes supervision training in medicine.

The position will be working closely with health services, community groups, education providers and specialty craft groups to showcase rural health training and professional development; acting as a voice for rurally based students and junior staff. This position can be based in Shepparton, Wangaratta, or Echuca.

To view the Position Description and to apply: http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/902963/medical-education-and-supervision-officer

Advertised: 14 Jul 2020 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 28 Jul 2020 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

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Chief Operating Officer

Sydney, NEW South Wales NGO Recruitment

  • Ensure the provision of free legal and related services to everyday people
  • High profile national peak body
  • Suit candidate with career in civil society, peak bodies or a like-minded corp

 

The Organisation

Community Legal Centres Australia (CLCs Australia) is the national peak body for the community legal sector which provides free and accessible legal and related services to everyday people, including those experiencing discrimination and disadvantage.

CLCs Australia members are the State and Territory peak bodies representing 173 community legal centres across Australia, as well as family violence prevention and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander legal services.

CLCs Australia strives to be leaders in good practice for other civil society organisations, to advocate for justice and the promotion and protection of human rights, and to maintain and strengthen the networks that allow the sector to provide holistic support to communities.

The Role

In this newly created Sydney based role, you will provide internal operational leadership enabling the CEO to maintain a focus on strategy, the sector and key external relationships.

Providing direct supervision for up to four managers and the operations team you will be responsible for all the corporate functions including project and risk management, human resources, finance, compliance, IT/business systems and planning.

You will project manage services benefiting members whilst contributing to the organisational planning process, maintaining and implementing the current framework with a vision of improvements and efficiencies.

  
 

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Solicitor – Legal Officer Grade I-III – Family Law – Temporary & Ongoing – State Wide Talent Pool – Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Combined

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW

ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW

 
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 25 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.

ABOUT THE ROLE

 

The Solicitor I-III role will be responsible for:

• Providing high quality advice, minor assistance and casework service to disadvantaged communities
• Conducting an effective legal practice
• Complying with the Legal Aid Commission Act, policies and practice management standards and undertaking all related administrative and case management activities.

ABOUT YOU

 

We are looking for passionate Solicitors with experience in family law and care and protection matters. Your strong communication skills will enable you to provide efficient and effective legal services to clients of Legal Aid from a range of diverse backgrounds.

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

• Admission or eligibility for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
• Ability to provide a valid Practising Certificate upon commencement
• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check
• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Resident or hold a valid working visa

 

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Women's Counsellor

Melbourne, Victoria Employment Office

  • Are you an experienced Social Worker, Psychologist, Counsellor or similar looking for the chance to join a passionate NFP organisation?
  • Part-time role (0.8FTE) providing direct counselling services to women who are impacted by domestic/family violence
  • Competitive remuneration package plus up to $15,999 salary sacrificing, with ongoing training/professional development opportunities 

About the Organisation 

Established in 2006, Boorndawan Willam Aboriginal Healing Service (BWAHS) provides a range of services and programs to Aboriginal individuals and families who are experiencing, at risk of experiencing family violence, or use violence. Currently BWAHS is one of 4 Aboriginal specific state funded healing services in Victoria. 

About the Opportunity

BWAHS is currently seeking a Women's Counsellor to join their Family Violence Therapeutic Program team. This is a part-time role (0.8 FTE), based at their new Croydon, Melbourne office.

Reporting to the Practice and Development Manager, you will be providing individual counselling and family therapeutic counselling sessions for women who are impacted by or have experienced family violence and intergenerational trauma.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 

  • Undertaking intake and assessment services and engage with clients through in-service and outreach appointments as appropriate;
  • Collaborating and consulting with internal and external stakeholders to reduce identified barriers and support to clients to attend therapeutic groups and programs;
  • Coordinating therapeutic services for women in the program, including liaising with existing support services;
  • Providing specialist therapeutic support to women within the program to promote their healing and recovery from the effects of family violence or abuse;
  • Supporting the development and facilitation of structured group and family sessions where appropriate;
  • Participating in regular clinical supervision as negotiated with the Practice and Development Manager; and
  • Ensuring that client safety practices are maintained at all times.

For more information please click 'Apply' now!

About the Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation dedicated to supporting vulnerable women, children, and families and ultimately eliminating the impacts of trauma and abuse in the community. You will finish each day knowing that you have made a genuine, positive difference to the women within the program.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a highly attractive remuneration package, commensurate with your skills and experience, plus super and salary packaging up to $15,999.

As a growing organisation, BWAHS offers great job security, and is committed to investing in their staff, with ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Finally, you'll also benefit from a fantastic work/life balance, with part-time hours, and the potential for flexible work arrangements, negotiable depending on your needs.

This is a rare opportunity to support vulnerable women and make a real, positive difference in their lives and the wider community – Apply Now!

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Chief Executive Officer

Doomadgee, Queensland Employment Office

  • Are you an experienced Senior Executive comfortable leading a multifaceted organisation or Local Council?
  • Join a Local Government Authority dedicated to providing high quality services for the Doomadgee community
  • Highly attractive remuneration package circa $256,000, including fully furnished accommodation, 5 weeks annual leave and relocation assistance!

About Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council

As the local government authority, Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council has an important responsibility to act in the interests of the local people, as an extension of their voice, values and ideals.

Doomadgee, an Aboriginal community in the Gulf of Carpentaria, 140km from the Northern Territory border and 93km west of Burketown, is located alongside the Nicholson River, providing access to the coast and various freshwater rivers .

About the Opportunity

Due to planned retirement, Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council currently has a rare strategic leadership opportunity for a Chief Executive Officer to lead their team in Doomadgee, QLD on a full-time ongoing basis.

Accountable to the Council through the Mayor, you will have opportunity to provide strategic oversight and leadership to Council to ensure high quality services for the community.

Your role scope will encompass, but will not be confined to:

  • Ensuring Council has a well-developed and highly professional suite of Council policies and governance protocols and attending all Council meetings and reporting on progress against strategic objectives
  • Providing leadership and co-ordinating departmental operations and performance, while maintaining organisational structures to achieve Council's objectives;
  • Developing and implementing the strategic plan focused on increasing Council's financial independence and governance structures;
  • Exercising management oversight of Council financial operations;
  • Managing human resources appropriately and effectively, in accordance with statutory requirements.

About the Benefits

This is a rare leadership opportunity to join one of only 77 Local Government Authorities in Queensland, and provide strategic guidance for Council's activities, helping the Doomadgee community achieve social and economic self-determination well into the future.

Experience the great savannahs of Queensland's Gulf of Carpentaria while engaging with the Indigenous community, government officials and ministers to achieve positive milestones in 'Closing the Gap'.

In return for your leadership and , you will be rewarded with a highly attractive remuneration package circa $256,000, inclusive of a base salary circa $180,000 – $185,000, 12% super and a generous range of benefits, notwithstanding:

  • Relocation assistance (negotiable for the right candidate);
  • Locality allowance;
  • 5 weeks' annual leave;
  • Subsidised fully-furnished accommodation (suitable for a single person, couple or family);
  • Free utilities;
  • Vehicle for personal use;
  • Isolation bonus for return Air Travel throughout QLD; and
  • Professional association/professional development funding.

 

Drive the strategic direction of the Council and ensure quality services for the Doomadgee community – Apply Now!

 

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Registered Nurse (Men's Health)

Tennant Creek, Northern Territory Employment Office

  • Are you a Registered Nurse looking to make a difference in health outcomes for Aboriginal men within the community?
  • Help 'Close the Gap' as part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals
  • Attractive remuneration circa $60,654 – $90,712 plus super, relocation assistance and subsidised accommodation!
  • Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave with a monthly paid RDO, free general dental, general medical, gym membership and prescriptions!

About the Organisation

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region.

Anyinginyi consists of five different sections (Health Centre, Corporate Services, Public Health Unit, Sports and Recreation, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allows them to have an holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services focusing on prevention and treatment in a culturally responsive way that empowers Aboriginal people to take more responsibility for their own health.

About the Opportunity 

Anyinginyi now has a rewarding opportunity for a full-time Registered Nurse (Men's health) to join their team in Tennant Creek, NT on a permanent basis.

Reporting to the Health Services Section Manager and working closely with the Aboriginal Health Practitioners, you will be responsible for maintaining and developing culturally appropriate and accessible health services for men within the community, while encouraging them to prioritise their health.

Some of your key duties will include (but will not be limited to):

  • Continuing the ongoing development and promotion of Anyinginyi Health programs and participating in health and wellbeing check clinics;
  • Contributing to the planning and provision of STI education, screening and contract tracing, as well as the provision of sexual health and family planning counselling;
  • Providing general health care including assessment and management of a range of clinical problems, in consultation with a multidisciplinary team of health professionals;
  • Providing health checks, general First Aid techniques and promoting health awareness;
  • Helping address the issues affecting the social and emotional wellbeing of the community; and
  • Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals, families and communities on health related issues.

About the Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to promote and provide public health services for Aboriginal men throughout Tennant Creek and the Barkly region.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a highly attractive remuneration package circa $60,654 – $90,712 plus super, negotiable with skills and experience.

Anyinginyi also offers a host of additional benefits to further increase your take-home pay, including:

  • 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading;
  • Salary sacrificing up to $15,899.94 p/a;
  • Subsidised furnished rental accommodation is available for candidates who are relocating;
  • Relocation assistance (up to $5,000);
  • One paid RDO monthly;
  • Free general medical;
  • Free general dentistry (excluding laboratory work);
  • Free gym membership;
  • Free medical prescriptions.

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will also receive personal and professional development opportunities.

About the Tennant Creek Region

Year round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities – that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage, but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving town, but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a CDU campus, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport – everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

 

Gain invaluable public health experience and make a genuine difference in Aboriginal communities – Apply Now!

 

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ARC POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW

The University of Melbourne, Victoria University of Melbourne

Job no: 0051142

Work type: Fixed Term

Location: Parkville

Division/Faculty: Faculty of Arts

Department/School: School of Social and Political Sciences

Salary: $73,669 – $99,964 (Level A)

Role & Superannuation rate: Academic – Part time – 17% super

The Faculty of Arts promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. People from Indigenous, culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities are encourage to apply, and if seeking support in submitting an application are welcomed to contact the Faculty by emailing their contact details and position number to arts-hr@unimelb.edu.au

About the Faculty of Arts – School of Social and Political Sciences

The School of Social and Political Sciences is at the forefront of teaching and research in the social sciences in Australia. The School has a team of dedicated academic and professional staff in the disciplines of Political Science, Criminology, Anthropology, Development Studies and Sociology as well as allied research centres providing a dynamic and rewarding environment for staff and students. 

About the role

This fixed-term fractional position of Research Fellow will contribute to the work of an ARC Linkage Project titled ‘The new digital governance of welfare-to-work’. Australia’s private employment system has undergone multiple reforms over the last three decades. This project aims to analyse the implementation of a 'digital first' employment services system, its effects on frontline services and governance, and its potential for policy learning. It expects to generate new knowledge on how digitalisation changes interactions between jobseekers, providers, employers and the government. The project will be conducted in close consultation with industry partners and employment services peaks: National Employment Services Association (NESA), and Westgate Community Initiatives Group (WCIG). In addition to this fractional position, some teaching opportunities in relevant areas within the School are possible.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will have demonstrated experience in research project coordination, capability to conduct fieldwork and data collection/analysis, and have a track record in research, writing and publications in the appropriate area. You will also be someone who can work collaboratively, develop good relationships, and be able to present research findings to a wide range of audiences (e.g. academic and industry conferences). 

How to Apply

Please click 'Apply' and include a cover letter, CV and a separate document which responds to the Selection Criteria set out in the Position Description.

To view the Position Description and to apply, copy this link into your browser: http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/903305/arc-postdoctoral-fellow

Advertised: 12 Oct 2020 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 09 Nov 2020 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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Office Manager – Clerk Grade 5/6 – Criminal Law Division – Sutherland (Ongoing) – 00007Z39

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW

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• Work Life Balance

• Attractive Salary

• Job Security

 

ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW

 
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 25 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Manage the administrative team in a head office branch  or a regional office. Establish and manage office administrative systems and procedures to ensure quality support is available. Provide advice and support to the Solicitor-In-Charge (SIC) in relation to management of resources including client services, staffing, finance matters, accommodation, equipment, information technology, travel and occupational health and safety.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will have office management experience preferably in the public sector and an understanding of the Criminal Justice system would be advantageous.

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check

 

• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship or Australian Permanent Resident is an essential requirement of applying for an Ongoing role.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.

Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.

Applicants are requested to attach:

• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)

• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:

 

1. Please outline the skills and experience you would bring to this role.

 

2. Outline your experience in guiding, mentoring and motivating staff.

The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.

This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.

 

Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible.

 

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.

 

ABORIGINAL AND NON-ABORIGINAL COMBINED RECRUITMENT
 
In the pre-screening questions you will need to provide information on whether you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Aboriginality is defined by descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such.
 
For Aboriginal specific information regarding working at Legal Aid NSW, our Aboriginal network, career development opportunities and support systems please email aboriginalservices@legalaid.nsw.gov.au

FURTHER INFORMATION

• Ongoing opportunity at Sutherland (35HPW)
• Enquiries: Michael Ong on (02)9545 7804 or email michael.ong@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
• Applying for a Role 
• Working at Legal Aid NSW

• Salary Range $85,488 – $94,327 plus superannuation & annual leave loading

• Jobs Board Ref No. 00007Z39

• Closing Date: Sunday, 8 November 2020 [11:59pm] 

 

To ensure recruitment at Legal Aid NSW continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual methods may be used for interviews and assessments. This may include interviews conducted by video, telephone interviewing, Microsoft Teams meetings and online assessments.

 

 

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LEARNING COORDINATOR

The University of Melbourne, Victoria University of Melbourne

Job no: 0051261

Work type: Fixed Term

Location: Parkville

Division/Faculty: Vice-Chancellor's Office

Department/School: Strategy and Culture

Salary: $73,396 – $84,303 (UOM 5)

Role & Superannuation rate: Professional – Full time – 9.5% super

About Museums and Collections

A new Museums and Collections Department has been established to ensure coordination and alignment with University objectives. The Department is responsible for Buxton Contemporary, Science Gallery Melbourne, Ian Potter Museum of Art, Old Quadrangle Treasury, and the Grainger Museum.

The aim of the Department is to build a collaborative and flexible network around the University’s cultural assets so students, staff members local and global communities gain knowledge and understanding of contemporary and traditional cultures, scientific discovery and creative practice.

About the role

As Learning Coordinator you will be part of the Engagement team, that works to connect and engage people in our programs, place and collections, enabling the delivery of University objectives.

As Learning Coordinator you will assist in the delivery of the Centre of STEM excellence. With a focus on the intersection of science and creativity (STEAM) the program will be a unique and surprising learning environment facilitating inspiring and contemporary educational experiences for secondary students from identified local government areas. 

Your primary focus will be to assist in the coordination and delivery of education programs across the Department. This will include coordinating the delivery of programs to engage specific groups including females, lower SES groups and First Nations people and working with Indigenous colleagues to build First Nations-led content into the Learning program.  

About you

You are passionate about and committed to working with under-represented communities and have experience in access and outreach programs. Your outstanding organisational skills give you the proven ability to achieve set deadlines by planning ahead and prioritising your workload.

You will further have:

  • A relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in coordination of education programs or similar in a public engagement or cultural environment;
  • Excellent administrative skills including rostering, scheduling and reporting;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to structure, engage and present information clearly and interestingly to diverse audiences;
  • Familiarity with the Victorian Schools Curriculum;

Benefits

–  Maximise your benefits through our Salary Packaging scheme

–  Flexible family friendly policies, providing generous leave and working conditions

–  The opportunity to work in a culturally rich environment

–  A substantial discount to eligible staff and their immediate families in undertaking further studies at the University of Melbourne

To find out more, go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/staff-benefits  

Culture

The University is a vibrant campus. We have well-established clubs and networks giving the opportunity to engage and collaborate with other staff around the University. We strive to create an environment where staff and students promote culturally inclusive behaviour and activities, ensure cultural differences are heard and explored, and actively seek to learn from other cultures.

How to apply

Your application submitted should include a CV along with your responses against the selection criteria* found in the Position Description for the role.

*For information to assist you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria/competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

To view the Position Description and to apply: http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/903418/learning-coordinator

Advertised: 30 Oct 2020 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 13 Nov 2020 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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