At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in accessing legal assistance.
- Company: Join UNSW's Kingsford Legal Centre, dedicated to social justice.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, cultural leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible work options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander with relevant experience or studies.
The predicted salary is between 97219 - 118823 $ per year.
The Aboriginal Community Worker will assist and support our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in accessing Kingsford Legal Centre. The Aboriginal Community Worker will work to ensure that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients have accessible and culturally safe pathways to legal assistance and support. The role works collaboratively with the staff of the legal service to ensure the service maintains culturally appropriate strategies for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. The role will also support Law & Justice students to ensure they meet the Centre's expectations in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. The role is based at the Centre, at UNSW Kensington but also works in the local community at outreach locations.
To be considered you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship will not be available for this role. Being an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person - this is a genuine qualification under the Anti-Discrimination Act NSW 1977, section 14(d).
- Relevant experience and/or qualifications in areas such as community services, youth services, welfare work, social work or law (either completed or currently studying);
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal communities, especially in a legal or justice context, or the capacity to develop these skills.
- Proven experience in the development of strategies to improve Aboriginal access to services or the capacity to develop these skills.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to social justice and community development, or the capacity to develop these skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including computer skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a multi-disciplinary team.
Pre-employment checks required for this position:
- Confirmation of Aboriginality
- Verification of qualifications
- Working with Children Check
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
Aboriginal Community Worker (Identified) in Sydney employer: University of New South Wales
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