About the role Ongoing, full-time position Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer circa $97,377.28 – $111,090.72 pa (dependent on experience) Join a passionate, dedicated and committed team at Djirra that are making a difference The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra.
AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault.
AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model.
Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support services to address their complex needs and issues.
Lawyers provide legal services including advice, representation and advocacy in the areas of: child protection family violence intervention orders family law victims of crime assistance Senior Lawyers also supervise legal and non-legal work undertaken by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Requirements Essential A Victorian Employees Working With Children's Check card Police Check Driver's License Eligible to hold a legal practising certificate in Victoria A degree in law Desirable At least one year of practical experience in a community legal, family violence or justice related setting.
Benefits Attractive salary packaging options (including meals and entertainment) Generous leave provisions apply and annual leave loading Employee Assistance Program with supportive, confidential counselling for personal and work concerns Collaborative and inclusive team Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period Access to company vehicles for any work related travel Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff Position Description : Position-Description-Senior-Lawyer-Bendigo-Jun-23 Applications will close for this position at 5pm Wednesday 2 October 2024.
Please do not hesitate to contact Paris Rovedi, HR Administrator at for a confidential discussion if you would like further information.
Please quote in application: Lawyer or Senior Lawyer via Pro Bono Australia.
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