Management (Community Services & Development)Full timeSalary: $128,551 – $143,611 per year plus Superannuation2 Year ContractLocation: DarwinAbout Legal Aid NT:Legal Aid NT is an independent statutory authority established under the Legal Aid Act 1990 (NT).
Our purpose is to ensure that people in the Northern Territory understand their legal rights and that disadvantaged people have access to quality legal services, thereby upholding a fair Northern Territory and national justice system.Legal Aid NT's strategic goals include seeking opportunities for new ways to deliver services more efficiently and effectively, and to meet emerging and existing legal needs.
In pursuing this goal, Legal Aid NT is developing a trauma-informed approach to client service delivery and has employed Social Support Workers in distinct roles within legal practices and regions across Legal Aid NT offices.
Social Support Workers provide individualized support and referral services to vulnerable clients in areas of practice including crime, youth justice, family law, child protection, and domestic violence.About the role:Under the supervision of the Associate Director - Client Services, this position will lead Legal Aid NT's Territory-wide Social Support Practice and facilitate the provision of high-quality trauma-informed services to a diverse client base.The Manager, Social Support will lead the monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on the services delivered; foster and drive a positive workplace culture; and develop a program modeled on best practices.This role will include the ongoing review, development, and implementation of frameworks, policies, and procedures at an operational level, including service provision, employee development, and data collection and evaluation.About you:The successful applicant will hold a degree in social work, psychology, or community welfare and bring extensive experience in social work practice and leadership.You will have significant social work practice and leadership experience as a qualified Social Worker and in assisting vulnerable clients who may be experiencing, or be affected by, trauma, domestic and family violence, homelessness, mental health conditions, cognitive impairment, or disabilities.You will have a proven ability to develop and implement strategic projects and practice management procedures, policies, and standards that support and improve the delivery and quality of social work services.Employee benefits:Legal Aid NT offers attractive employment benefits such as 6 weeks of annual leave and salary packaging options.
While the work is challenging, you will be rewarded with a culture that is focused on meeting the legal needs of vulnerable people in the Northern Territory.How to apply:To be considered for this position, applicants must attach a resume, a statement addressing the selection criteria (maximum 2 pages), and copies of your tertiary qualifications.A duty statement, including selection criteria, can be obtained from www.legalaid.nt.gov.au.Legal Aid NT values diversity.
We encourage people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodate people with disabilities by making reasonable workplace adjustments.
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