Expression of Interest - Aboriginal Opportunities - Victims of Crime Financial Assistance SchemeJob posted: 18/09/2024
Organisation: Department of Justice and Community Safety
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services
Reference: VG/1820561-EOI
Closes: 18/03/2025
Classification: See Advertisement
Contact: Seb Roberts |
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. 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.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers.
About this role At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we are recruiting for a variety of roles within the Victims of Crime Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) and are seeking Aboriginal people who are committed to making a difference and take pride in their work. These roles will involve a range of responsibilities, including reviewing and approving applications for financial assistance, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and supporting Aboriginal victims of crime.
Other potential responsibilities include ensuring applications are ready for assessment, providing culturally appropriate advice and support to Aboriginal and other victims, and engaging directly with individuals and their support networks to assist in completing applications.
About us The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to growing its Aboriginal workforce and strengthening its partnerships with the Aboriginal community. We aim to create culturally respectful workplaces that embrace the diversity of Aboriginal cultures while providing clear and accessible career development pathways.
Your application will be retained in our talent pool, and our Aboriginal Recruitment Team will contact you regarding the progress of your application.
The opportunities There are currently various opportunities with the FAS for work in Aboriginal Prioritised/Designated roles, including:
Aboriginal AssessorAboriginal Intake & Triage OfficerYou are encouraged to register your interest if you identify as Aboriginal and have:
relevant skills experience to the above rolesdemonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal Community, both society and culture and the issues impacting on it.Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with members of the Victorian Aboriginal Community. You will be required to upload your current resume and a short cover letter.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Department of Justice and Community Safety job application system.
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