Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) Community Liaison Officer Job posted: 08/10/2024 Organisation: Department of Justice and Community Safety Occupation: Community Services Reference: VG/1823716 OCT2024 At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve.
If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we'd love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children's rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
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Fixed term Opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service.
The Department of Justice and Community Safety (the department) is seeking a Community Liaison Officer to provide a critical role at Police, Racing, Victims and Coordination.
About the Business Unit This is an exciting opportunity to deliver a major new initiative for victims of crime.
The FAS is a landmark reform that will replace the judicially based Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal with an administrative scheme that prioritises the needs of victims and supports their recovery from violent crime.
About the Role Reporting to Director – Assessment & Recognition, you will focus on building strong relationships with Victorian Aboriginal communities to address barriers in accessing FAS through the FAS Aboriginal Support Pathway.
Some of your duties will include: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the histories, cultures, and contemporary issues facing Victorian Aboriginal communities.
Experience in working respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal individuals, families, and communities, ensuring culturally safe practices in all interactions.
Proven ability to build strong, trusting relationships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) and other relevant community groups.
About you To be successful in this role, you will have: Experience in working respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal individuals, families, and communities.
Proven ability to build strong, trusting relationships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organizations (ACCOs) and other community groups.
Ability to identify and advocate for solutions that address the barriers faced by Aboriginal communities in accessing services of FAS.
Qualifications A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, proven experience working with Aboriginal communities, and strong communication and interpersonal skills is highly desirable.
How to Apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement.
Applications should include a resume and covering letter.
Attachments can be uploaded in.doc,.docx,.pdf,.txt or.rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
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