Are you passionate about social justice and genuinely interested in seeking just outcomes for migrant and refugee women and their children experiencing a range of legal issues? If yes, join our legal team in Melbourne and make a meaningful impact in the lives of migrant and refugee women experiencing family violence, as well as their families and communities.
Applications for full-time and part-time candidates will be considered. About inTouch inTouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence (inTouch) is at the forefront of providing integrated and culturally responsive services to women from migrant and refugee communities experiencing family violence. For over 40 years, we've championed the cause of our clients, helping more than 30,000 women, children and families to thrive despite the challenges they've faced. Our approach is unique and effective, thanks to our inLanguage, inCulture delivery model and our team's profound and personal understanding of cultural sensitivities and the migration journey. With a refreshed Executive Team, we are inviting you to join us to make a greater impact for those affected by family violence and their communities.
inTouch is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to being an organisation that embraces a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion within our workforce and approach to service delivery. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic communities, people of all ages and LGBTIQ people.
About the Role This role will see you working in an integrated model of service delivery, working with inTouch Case Managers and its Women's Legal Centre to provide a holistic service to migrant and refugee women on their journey to safety.
As a Senior Lawyer you will be providing high quality legal services including complex casework and advice services in family law and family violence intervention order matters. You will provide supervision, training and mentoring to junior lawyers.
Key focus areas include: Legal Advice & Casework Provide expert legal advice and conduct casework predominantly in complex family law and family violence intervention order matters in accordance with professional legal practice, including government and professional indemnity insurance requirements. Supervise and mentor staff in family law and family violence intervention order matters and contribute to professional legal education by assisting in the development and delivery of relevant programs. Contribute to implementation and review of the Women's Legal Centre's strategic plan, guidelines and inTouch's strategic plan. Contribute to the inTouch integrated legal practice model by regularly communicating with our family violence case management teams to ensure successful implementation of the Women's Legal Centre's operational model. Keep up to date with relevant legal developments and procedures by attending professional legal education programs and maintain an understanding of issues impacting the justice system. Community Development & Partnerships Represent the Women's Legal Centre by attending seminars, participating in committees and liaising with external stakeholders and organisations that have an impact on the work of inTouch. Operate legal outposts such as our Health Justice Partnership and other legal projects we run with partner organisations. Provide community legal education presentations and workshops to our stakeholders including migrant community organisations, legal centres and community health organisations to raise awareness of family violence within migrant communities. Lead community legal education projects, law reform and other Women's Legal Centre projects as required; and any other duties as directed by the Principal Lawyer. The benefits of working with us? You'll be part of a mission-driven organisation that is making a tangible difference in the lives of women from migrant and refugee backgrounds, their families and their communities. inTouch offers a supportive, diverse and dynamic work environment, where innovation, passion and resilience are at the heart of what we do.
When you join inTouch, you can expect a range of benefits designed to foster your professional growth and ensure your overall wellbeing, including:
A collaborative and nurturing team culture within a positive working environment, fostering mutual support, and continuous learning. Competitive salary plus packaging option. Yearly 3% salary on top of SCHADS level. Hybrid - office / working from home model. 5 weeks Annual Leave. Incremental Personal / Carer leave based on tenure. 20 days paid Family and Domestic Violence leave. Ongoing training, career progression and professional development opportunities. Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program. Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities. Key Selection Criteria A current Australian Practising Certificate which entitles you to practise in Victoria as a Legal Practitioner without restriction (mandatory). Demonstrated capacity to work as an advocate and case worker in complex matters within the scope of the Women's Legal Centre's Program predominantly in family law and family violence. Sound knowledge or practical experience within the scope of the Women's Legal Centre's Program with a focus on family law and family violence. Ability to provide strategic advice on legal and policy issues and demonstrate an understanding of the role of external organisations, private practitioners and community in the delivery of legal assistance services. High level interpersonal skills and the capacity to communicate effectively with clients who are socially and economically disadvantaged, migrant and refugee communities as well as with staff and external stakeholders and organisations. Capacity to positively engage with key partner agencies and/or their workers, to appropriately manage referrals to and from those agencies and to promote the service within community settings. Ability to supervise legal work and to mentor and train staff and contribute to the development of individuals and their knowledge and skills within the scope of the Women's Legal Centre's Program. Ability to work collaboratively with others and foster a cooperative and supportive team environment. Advanced interpersonal and communication skills and experience in working with clients from diverse backgrounds in an emphatic and culturally competent manner. Demonstrated time management and organisational skills. Experience in working in a Community Legal Centre environment and are familiar with the NACLC risk management guidelines and cross-check procedures. Understanding of the Victoria Legal Aid funding guidelines and legal aid system. Understanding of Immigration law and the family violence exemptions. Lived experience working with migrant and refugee communities and understanding of cultural norms and communication styles. HOW TO APPLY If this sounds like the role for you then click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Please note your application will not be considered unless you provide a cover letter responding to the key selection criteria (maximum 2 pages of text) and an updated Resume.
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Application will close on 9 October 2024 .
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks including a National Police Check (including an international police check if resided continuously in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the last ten years), Working with Children Check, Reference checks, proof of eligibility to work in Australia and qualification checks.
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