Local Link Senior Education and Project Officer
Central Australian Women's Legal Service Inc
Alice Springs, Alice Springs & Central Australia NT
Workplace Training & Assessment (Education & Training)
Full time
* Empower women and children through life-changing legal support.
* Enjoy a competitive salary, 12% super, 6 weeks leave, and generous salary packaging
* Make a difference from Alice Springs – relocation support and a thriving team await you.
About Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS)
Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS)
is a dynamic
Community Legal Centre
catering to women in Central Australia and the Barkly Region, with offices in
Alice Springs
and
Tennant Creek
. Specialising in assisting women affected by Domestic and Family Violence, CAWLS adopts a holistic and culturally safe approach, offering services such as law reform, legal representation, client support, financial counselling, and community legal education.
Join a supportive legal team
of multicultural women from all across Australia who are dedicated to the mission of CAWLS to
enable, educate, and empower women
in navigating the legal system, and ensure the respect and consideration of women's rights.
To learn more about us, please visit: www.
See the Impact Firsthand
Want to understand the kind of work you'll be part of at CAWLS?
Explore our Impact Report to see how we:
* Supported over 1,500 women across Central Australia and the Barkly Region
* Launched new services like School Lawyers and Criminal Law outreach
* Partnered with health, education and community organisations to create real change
Join a team making a measurable difference in the lives of women and families every day.
About the Opportunity
Due to ongoing organisational growth,
Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS)
has a position for Local Link Senior Education and Project Officer to join our team in
Alice Springs, NT
, on a
1 -year contract which may be extended.
The primary objectives of the role is to; - Support the Education and Policy Manager to develop and formalise partnerships with identified primary healthcare providers (such as GP clinics and allied health providers); - Develop and deliver tailored, ongoing and scaffolded education and professional development and support to frontline staff within partner services to identify and respond to disclosures of domestic, family and sexual violence (DFSV) and child sexual abuse (CSA); - With guidance from the Education Manager and in collaboration with the Education Team, develop a clear process for audit and re-development of referral processes and resources to assist partner services identify, assess and respond to disclosures of DFSV and CSA, in line with the NT Risk Assessment and Management Framework; - Conduct auditing and re-development of referral processes and resources to assist partner services identify, assess and respond to disclosures of DFSV and CSA in line with the established process.
Maintain a continuous improvement and monitoring role in regard to service mapping and referral processes and pathways. Provide secondary consultation support to partner services in relation to identification of DFSV and CSA, risk assessment and risk management (with supervision). Assist with the development and facilitation of a community of practice for frontline primary health care workers responding to DFSV and CSA in Central Australia and the Barkly. Work with the CAWLS Education Team for the overall success of the pilot service, fulfilling obligations pursuant to funding agreements and ensuring the service is compliant with all regulatory requirements.
About You
To qualify, you will need to be
eligible to hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAA40104 or TAE40110)
. Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
1. Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of domestic, family and sexual violence as it affects women and children.
2.. Experience as an adult educator and/or facilitator with excellent public speaking skills;
1. Experience in developing training using e-learning methods;
2. Significant experience in consultation and design of adult education, including training needs assessment and evaluation methods.
3. Demonstrated commitment to reducing barriers to access to justice for disadvantaged groups, particularly women and children at risk of experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence.
4. Demonstrated ability to draw on experience working with client groups who may be reluctant to disclose legal issues or domestic, family and sexual violence.
5. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders in a professional and respectful manner.
6. Highly motivated, with the ability to work well under pressure and prioritise competing demands.
7. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively in a team environment
8. Personal commitment to reflection and self-care to build resilience and minimise the impact of vicarious trauma.
Please note:
This is a
female-identified position
under Sections 30 and 34 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984. You must also hold (or be eligible to obtain) a
current NT Driver's Licence
,
Ochre Card
, and
National Police Check
.
You must also hold, or be able to obtain, a current NT Driver's Licence, NT Ochre Card, and pass a National Police Check.
About the Benefits
You will receive a competitive base salary plus 12% superannuation (commensurate with skills and experience), along with a great host of benefits, including:
* Relocation assistance up to $3,000 and support provided to make Alice Springs your new home
* Six weeks annual leave + additional 12 days personal leave
* Salary Sacrificing options
* A supportive work environment with plenty of on-the-job training
* Paid professional development and upskilling opportunities
* High priority focus on employee wellbeing
* Team bonding events and great company spirit and culture
* Mentorship and training programmes
* The position is offered as a four day per week (30 hours) or a full time position (37.5 hours). Out of hours work will occasionally be required as some training may need to be delivered in the evening. In addition, from time to time, there are meetings, workshops and functions that may be held out of hours.
Discover your new home: Alice Springs, NT
In the very core of Australia's vivid outback lies Alice Springs, fondly referred to by locals as "Alice." This iconic destination is your portal to the vast wonders of the Northern Territory's outback. Alice Springs resonates with Australia's soulful essence, built on age-old deserts and deeply enriched by the Aboriginal traditions seamlessly interwoven into its everyday life.
Within its boundaries, indulge in a range of unique experiences, from exhilarating camel treks to ethereal sunrise balloon journeys. Venture a tad beyond, and nature beckons with pristine freshwater retreats, the grandeur of Kings Canyon, and the iconic silhouette of Uluru. Indeed, Alice Springs pulsates as the vibrant heart of Australia's Red Centre. Every time the sun sets, it makes you wonder: Why just come for a visit? Think about calling Alice Springs your home, where each morning brings a fresh outback experience.
Ready to Apply?
This is a
unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful systemic change
in a region where your impact truly matters. If you are passionate about supporting women and fostering safe, empowered communities, we'd love to hear from you.
The position is subject to satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period.
If you're looking for the chance to bring your skills to a passionate not-for-profit organisation, that's supporting the women who need it most, don't wait -
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