That means we want to recruit an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander for that role. The positions identified help organizations recruit Indigenous people who bring their cultural knowledge, community experience and expertise to provide services to Indigenous communities and increase the cultural competency of the organization. We pride ourselves on having more Aboriginal lawyers than any other law firm in New South Wales and our target is for 11% of all employees to be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For more information on legal resources available to the community, please click on the “Law Library Page” button. We are in the process of assembling a national team for our new Respect at Work Legal Department (RAWLS). RAWLS will provide end-to-end legal assistance to people facing sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace, including CLE, counselling, minor assistance, legal representation and facilitated referrals to support services. Team staff will also support and train other Legal Aid NSW staff on discrimination law and assist in advocating for systemic issues. You can only search for non-criminal (“civil”) cases. If you have been charged with a crime, ask your lawyer if you can get legal help in criminal matters.
1. Describe your legal experience, including your experience with discrimination and/or labour law. Community Legal Resource Contact Information: Our lawyers, staff, and volunteers handle civil cases for Minnesota`s most vulnerable free of charge. With expertise and compassion, we work to provide fundamental legal protection so that our clients can achieve safety, autonomy and access to opportunities. In addition to direct legal representation, we work with policy makers and advocate for equal rights and protection of the law. You will be asked general questions about your legal problem, income and savings. You will find out where you can get legal advice. Legal Aid NSW helps people with their legal problems. Our legal services include legal advice, legal aid and family dispute resolution. We can help people across New South Wales with most areas of criminal law, family law and day-to-day civil law matters over the phone or in one of our 25 or two satellite offices. You`ll only get advice on whether or not you can get legal help – you won`t get a final decision until you talk to a counsellor. We want people from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
We identify, support and address the diverse access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities. If you need appropriate personalisation to participate in the recruitment process, or would like information on what we can do to help you, please contact our team at erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au. Legal Aid NSW is committed to being a culturally safe and truly inclusive organisation and workplace for all people and communities who work and interact with us where people feel valued, welcomed, respected and heard. 2. Describe your experiences and approach to working with clients who are disadvantaged or have experienced trauma. It is important to prepare well before applying for a job. Here is some additional information to help you: The location of this role is flexible and regional locations are encouraged. We strive to be a place where Indigenous people want to work and where Indigenous voices and culture are valued. Our commitment to culturally safe workplaces means that we will actively participate in culturally safe practices and provide culturally safe services to Indigenous peoples and communities. Our culturally safe recruitment practices mean that we have at least one designated Indigenous member for every recruitment identified by Indigenous people. Do you proudly identify as Aboriginal Australians or Torres Strait Islanders? Law Enforcement – Attorney: (772) 288-5646 Criminal Matters – Public Defender: (772) 288-5581 Non-Criminal Legal Assistance – Legal Aid: (888) 582-3410 Martin County Bar Association: (772) 220-8018 Sign up to receive stories and updates from Legal Aid.
We love making new connections in the community (and we promise not to overwhelm your inbox)! We can use this recruitment to create a talent pool for similar current or temporary vacancies that we will have over the next 18 months. This is recruitment identified by Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with Part 5, Clause 26 of the Government Employment (General) Rules 2014. RAWLS staff will be based in regional and Sydney offices to concentrate services in the following areas: There are currently 17 agencies designated by the Legal Aid Commission, Office of the You will enjoy a range of tasks and will be able to: Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team spread across the state. The screening questions ask if you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Aboriginality is defined by descent, identification as Aborigine and acceptance into the community as such. You are a lawyer with experience in discrimination and/or employment law who may be sensitive to the needs of people who have experienced sexual harassment and/or discrimination. They are committed to providing excellent service to customers. Legal Aid NSW considers Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to be a genuine qualification within the meaning of section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Candidates for this position must meet the criteria of originality. Are you looking for work on human rights in a team of specialists? Are you committed to helping vulnerable workers enforce their rights under discrimination laws? Are flexible work arrangements important to you? You MUST submit your application online via www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. If you submit your application late or by email, it will NOT be accepted. Your application must include the following:.