Location:
- Melbourne- Salary:
- $86000 to $999999- Contact name:
- Shannon Butler- Job ref:
- 440- Published:
- about 4 hours ago**On Offer**:
- Excellent Salary: $78,638 - $86,000
- Ongoing Supervision and Professional Development
- Benefits: Free onsite parking, subsidised meals and access to staff gym
- Make a real and lasting difference in the lives of prisoners, their families and the community.
**The Role**:
Our client is searching for an Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer (AWO) to join their team in Ravenhall. You will be responsible for the provision of pre and post-release services that promote health, wellbeing and 'healing' of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoners, their families and the broader Aboriginal community. You will meet with all Aboriginal new receptions and contribute to their induction and orientation to the centre.
- The AWO also provides individual support to Aboriginal prisoners at times of crisis, provides education in relation to cultural heritage and identity, and support prisoners with issues related to family reconnection and community reintegration.
**Essential Criteria**
- A background in Social Work, Welfare or Community Services.
- Previous experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a health, case-management or wellbeing role.
- A demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and demonstrated commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal people.
- A deep and authentic understanding of Indigenous culture, peoples, Country and traditions and the impact that the criminal justice system has on indigenous men, families and communities.
- A demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with members of the Victorian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
- A demonstrated ability to be mature, flexible and empathetic to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoners.
- Well-developed interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), assertiveness and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other program areas and disciplines.
**Shannon.Butler**
**0451 832 900