Youth Lawyer, Educator [CR226]

Youth Lawyer, Educator [CR226]

30 Jul
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Central Australian Women’s Legal Service
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Darwin

30 Jul

Central Australian Women’s Legal Service

Darwin

Join to apply for the Youth Lawyer, Educator role at Central Australian Women's Legal Service4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Youth Lawyer, Educator role at Central Australian Women's Legal ServiceUse your legal skills to support at-risk youth and their families in Central AustraliaEnjoy a competitive salary, 12% super, 6 weeks leave, and generous salary packagingMake a lasting impact – community-centred practice, remote outreach, and student-focused engagementAbout Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS)Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS) is a dynamic Community Legal Centre catering to women in Central Australia and the Barkly Region, with offices in Alice Springs and Tennant Creek.




Specialising in assisting women affected by Domestic and Family Violence, CAWLS adopts a holistic and culturally safe approach, offering services such as law reform, legal representation, client support, financial counselling, and community legal education.Join a supportive legal team of multicultural women from all across Australia who are dedicated to the mission of CAWLS to enable, educate, and empower women in navigating the legal system, and ensure the respect and consideration of women's rights.See the Impact FirsthandWant to understand the kind of work you'll be part of at CAWLS?Explore our Impact Report to see how we:Supported over 1,500 women across Central Australia and the Barkly RegionLaunched new services like School Lawyers and Criminal Law outreachPartnered with health, education and community organisations to create real changeJoin a team making a measurable difference in the lives of women and families every day.About the OpportunityCentral Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS) is looking for a full-time Youth Lawyer, Educator based in Alice Springs,



NT.This unique position is partially based at Centralian Senior College, and delivers legal support, education and advocacy to students, staff and families — with remote outreach a core component.More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:Delivering legal advice, case work and referrals to students and familiesPreparing and facilitating tailored community legal education sessionsProviding legal support in partnership with the School Wellbeing TeamConducting remote outreach to engage with and support regional schoolsAdvocating in collaboration with school and CAWLS colleaguesCollecting and analysing case data using internal systemsSupporting school staff to respond to DFSV disclosures and access barriersAbout YouTo qualify,



you will need to be eligible to hold a Practising Certificate in the Northern Territory.Experience in legal practice, particularly with vulnerable youth or in school/community settings, will be highly regarded.Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:Experience working in legal settings relevant to DFSV, family or youth lawExperience delivering legal education or community programs in schoolsAbility to develop tailored legal education and training resourcesFamiliarity with CALD and First Nations communitiesStrong understanding of legal, economic and social barriers facing youthAs our ideal candidate, you will demonstrate empathy, adaptability and a passion for working in innovative, non-traditional legal settings.




You'll be an excellent communicator and team collaborator with the resilience to work in trauma-informed environments.This is a unique opportunity to join a ground-breaking youth legal project — helping break cycles of disadvantage and supporting young people to thrive through justice and education.Please note: This is a female-identified position under Sections 30 and 34 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984.
You must also hold (or be eligible to obtain) a current NT Driver's Licence, Ochre Card, and National Police Check.About the BenefitsYou will receive a competitive base salary plus 12% superannuation (commensurate with skills and experience), along with a great host of benefits, including:Relocation assistance up to $3,000 and support provided to make Alice Springs your new homeSix weeks annual leave + additional 12 days personal leaveSalary Sacrificing optionsA supportive work environment with plenty of on-the-job trainingPaid professional development and upskilling opportunitiesHigh priority focus on employee wellbeingTeam bonding events and great company spirit and cultureMentorship and training programmesReady to Apply?The position is subject to satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period.If you're passionate about youth justice, education, and community empowerment – Apply Now to make a real difference in Central Australia.Also hiring: Check out our other opportunity for a Health Justice Lawyer with CAWLS.Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesLegal ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Central Australian Women's Legal Service by 2xSign in to set job alerts for "Lawyer" roles.Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia 2 weeks agoDarwin City, Northern Territory, Australia 4 weeks agoDarwin, Northern Territory, Australia A$170,084.00-A$196,746.00 3 weeks agoDarwin, Northern Territory, Australia 2 weeks agoDarwin, Northern Territory, Australia 2 weeks agoWomen's Rights Lawyer/Solicitor (Civil Law) (w/Relocation assistance)Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia 3 weeks agoExpressions of Interest - Government (Defence and National Security) LawyersDarwin, Northern Territory, Australia 6 days agoCU Connect Opportunities - Expression of InterestDarwin, Northern Territory, Australia 1 week agoDarwin, Northern Territory, Australia A$150,000.00-A$200,000.00 2 weeks agoDarwin City, Northern Territory,



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