Established in 1979, Mallee Family Care is a place-based agency delivering 70+ programs and services to meet the diverse needs of our community, across a catchment area of more than 160,000 km2.
If you're passionate about improving outcomes in the lives of children, families and individuals, and in building stronger communities, we would like to hear from you.
Mallee Family Care supports professional development and offers generous salary packaging and paid placements where appropriate.
We are committed to building an organisation that reflects the diversity of the communities we support.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we invite applications from people of all walks of life. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD), LGBTQIA+, and people living with a disability are encouraged to apply for our roles.
Job Description
The Mallee Family Care Community Legal Centre (MFC CLC) is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their dynamic multidisciplinary team, with a strong focus on access to justice, social justice, human rights, and supporting vulnerable individuals and families in our communities. MFC CLC delivers services across the Northern and Southern Mallee of Victoria, Southwest and Far West New South Wales.
The CLC adopts an Integrated Service Model, with collaboration across professional disciplines and service providers to ensure client needs are identified and addressed holistically.
The objective of the Paralegal position is to provide legal and administrative support to Solicitors and non-legal staff in delivering accessible, high-quality legal services to disadvantaged and vulnerable members of the community. The role assists with legal research, file management, preparation of legal documents, referrals and community legal education, while maintaining confidentiality, promoting access to justice and supporting the Centre's commitment to social justice and client-centred service delivery.
This role is Full Time 35 hours per week, Fixed term until 30 June 2028
Position Description Paralegal Oct 26
- Experience in providing paralegal support, or similar.
- Desirable; A Certificate IV in Legal Studies, or similar.
- A current drivers licence, a willingness to travel and preparedness to be accommodated overnight when required.
Paralegal in Adelaide employer: Mallee Family Care Inc
Mallee Family Care is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, particularly for those passionate about social justice and community service. With a strong commitment to professional development, generous salary packaging, and a diverse workplace culture, employees are empowered to grow and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals across Far West NSW. Join us in our mission to provide accessible legal services and advocate for the rights of disadvantaged communities.
