Senior Aboriginal Client and Community Support Officer Location – Bega Local Court Employment type – Ongoing full time role Salary
- $102,936.00
- $113,579.00 pa, plus superannuation and leave loading This position is open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only What you’ll do

Providing frontline court support, information, advocacy, and referrals Building strong relationships with clients, families, Elders, courts, legal services, and community organisations Assisting with the delivery of Aboriginal Services Unit programs, projects, and initiatives Coordinating project activities, resources, reporting, and deliverables Undertaking research and analysis to support service improvement and program development Supporting and mentoring Aboriginal Client and Community Support Officers when required Assisting with reports, budgets, discussion papers, and project updates About the Aboriginal Services Unit

The Aboriginal Services Unit (ASU) is a specialist team within the Department of Communities and Justice's Transforming Aboriginal Outcomes Division We work alongside Aboriginal communities to Deliver services through local courts, Circle Sentencing, and Aboriginal Community Justice Groups Improve access to culturally responsive support Influence programs, diversion strategies, and policy development Improve outcomes for Aboriginal people, families, and communities across NSW What we’re looking for

In addition to the essential requirements outlined in the role description, we are seeking someone who is passionate about helping their mob and making a genuine difference. You will bring: Strong communication, advocacy, and relationship-building skills Experience supporting Aboriginal people and connecting them with appropriate services Strong organisational, record-keeping,



and time management skills Cultural capability and the confidence to provide cultural guidance within multidisciplinary teams Knowledge of Northern Rivers Aboriginal communities, services, and referral pathways You can also demonstrate the ability to: Build trust and strong community relationships Remain calm and supportive in complex or emotionally challenging situations Advocate effectively while working within legal and court processes Show resilience, emotional intelligence, and professionalism Lead with accountability, respect, and cultural integrity Why join us?

This is a unique opportunity to use your cultural knowledge, experience, and leadership to support Aboriginal people while helping shape initiatives that create meaningful and lasting change. Join a dedicated team committed to culturally safe service delivery, stronger community connections, and better outcomes for Aboriginal people across the Northern Rivers and NSW. Where a position is identified

This is an Identified role, so the position is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons, Australia’s First Nations people. Where a position is identified, an applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification under the exception in Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. There are two alternatives to confirming your Aboriginality,



one of which must be uploaded to be considered for the role as follows. Either will be accepted: Confirmation of Aboriginality form or Written confirmation from 2-3 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below: is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community Download the role description.

What We Offer

A challenging and rewarding career Flexible, autonomous work environment Competitive pay and conditions Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs We do work that really matters

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters. You will need to attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum five pages) and a cover letter (maximum three pages) with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role and answer the two targeted questions below: Targeted Question 1 Tell me about a time you had to mentor a team member to manage/improve a project. What did you do and what if anything would you do differently next time? Targeted Question 2 Describe a time in a professional environment where you were juggling multiple competing tasks and deadlines. How did you manage the situation? What steps did you take to prioritise and deliver outcomes Ap

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