Disability Liaison Officer

1 week ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time

A genuinely rewarding opportunity has emerged within ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS) for a highly motivated, values-driven professional to join Offender Reintegration, as a Disability Liaison Officer (ASO6).

This is a temporary vacancy, available for up to six months with possibility of extension up to 12 months.


The successful applicant will foster a shared approach to providing access to justice to people with disability, by supporting the development of a cross system community of practice that will identify and address systemic barriers that impact access to justice, or equitable access to services within the justice system, for people with disability.


The community of practice will support a cultural shift in justice agencies to identify and meet the needs of people with disability through coordination of training, resource adaption and engaging with service users.


In addition, you will support the progression of the Disability Justice Strategy, facilitate the upgrade of ACTCS materials into accessible resources, support detainees to navigate complex systems and provide both organisational and individual support related to increasing the capacity to support individuals with disability, within the Alexander Maconochie Centre.


To be successful in this role, you will be able to work collaboratively, compose and edit complex written material and demonstrate a high level of organisational skills and communication skills necessary to build rapport with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.


Eligibility/Other Requirements:

  • Demonstrated experience and/or willingness to work with offenders is essential.
  • A current driver's license is essential.
  • Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the _Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011_ is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to
  • Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration )
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Notes: This is a temporary position available for up to six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

How to Apply:

To apply, applicants are required to submit three items: (1) A one to three page written response addressing the professional/technical skills and knowledge and behavioural capabilities, having regard for the job requirements; (2) a current curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager); and (3) a copy of your current driver's licence.

Please ensure you submit all required items.

Note:


This is a temporary position available for up to six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.



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