Cultural Liaison Officer Identified
1 month ago
This position has been identified as a position to be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person because of a number of factors, including the gross over representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander offenders in custody. It is an occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person as permitted and arguable under Sections 25, 104, and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.*
**In this role you will**:
- Assist in case management ensuring that program referrals and cultural issues are adequately addressed during their sentence
- Contribute to the sentence management function by attending prisoner inductions, parole interviews, prisoner reviews and assisting with transition arrangements for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoners.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to manage the progression of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoners through the correctional system including the assessment of prisoners and the provision of reports to sentence management and professional staff on the outcomes of those assessments.
- Liaise with prisoners' families, management and Queensland Corrective Services staff, Government and non-Government welfare agencies and service providers to ensure prisoner's individual, social and cultural needs are met.
- Coordinate Elder visits to correctional centres on a monthly basis and as required
- Facilitate offender access to required legal services through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service including the management of their visits and contact with their nominated legal representative
- Contribute to staff awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoner needs
- Provide welfare services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander offenders to ensure appropriate support is available during times requiring additional services such as family issues, leave of absence requests, medical services and hospital visits
- Assist with the facilitation of prisoner criminogenic programs targeted at addressing identified prisoner rehabilitation needs, particularly those programs that focus on meeting the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoners.
- Assist with the completion of program exit reports and documentation and ensure that relevant case notes are entered into the Integrated Offender Management System (IOMS).
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive case notes.
- Provide consultancy services to, and accept referrals from, professional staff within the centre.
- Coordinate Family Visits Days and other culturally significant activities.
- Monitor and maintain family contact for offenders to ensure families and community representative visit.
- Consult and liaise with communities and organisations regarding cultural issues and the needs of prisoners.
- Initiate, encourage and facilitate greater engagement with community groups/networks for the purpose of increasing post release family support structures.
- Work with a range of agencies, including the Departments of Communities - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services, Justice and Attorney-General, Queensland Police Service, Family Responsibilities Commission, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services, community justice groups and others to address the issues that bring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people into contact with the correctional system.
**The essential requirements for this role are**:
- Ability to engage with the community, key stakeholder liaison and/or working with special interest groups particularly in the criminal justice system.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
-
Cultural Liaison Officer Identified
6 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Queensland Corrective Services Full timeProvide advice to management and staff on specific cultural and management issues pertaining to prisoners, contribute to their case management and sentence management and consult with relevant multi-cultural communities and organisations to support family contact for prisoners. **In this role you will**: - Assist in case management ensuring that program...
-
First Peoples Liaison Officer
2 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Parliamentary Service Full timeThis role is Identified. Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it requires the incumbent to be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Proof of heritage may be requested to ensure this requirement is met. This verification process helps maintain the integrity and intention of the role, ensuring it is filled by someone who...
-
Cultural Liaison Officer Identified
3 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Queensland Corrective Services Full timeTargeted Vacancy - This position has been identified as a position to be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person because of a number of factors, including the gross over representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander offenders in custody. It is an occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres...
-
Principal Program Officer
6 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs Full timeThe Principal Program Officer (Identified) in the Cultural Capability team key responsibilities are: - Provide high level program management advice and direction in relation to child protection initiatives; - Undertake high level liaison, consultation and negotiation with internal and external stakeholders towards the development and implementation of...
-
Coordinator (Police Liaison Officer)
3 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Queensland Police Service Full timeAs a PLO within Project Booyah, you will be assisting the Police Coordinator and the Youth Support Officer to deliver program and build relationships with young people from a variety of different backgrounds and cultural groups **The Core Capability Requirements for this Role are**: - Assist Police Officers to communicate effectively with members of the...
-
Cultural Liaison Officer
2 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Youth Justice Full time**Targeted Vacancy**: This is designated as an Indigenous Identified role. Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. To allow the selection panel to confirm that you are eligible to be considered for this First Nations Identified...
-
Board Liaison Officer
7 days ago
Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time**About the role Fixed term temporary full time opportunity to provide high level liaison, communication and administrative services to the Board Chair, Board Members, and associated internal and external stakeholders. About you Maintain knowledge and understanding of the Hospital and Health Boards Act Qld 2011, and associated Acts and Regulations, to...
-
Liaison Officer
6 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Queensland Health Full timeThe role Reporting to the Senior Departmental Liaison Officer, Ministerial and Executive Services Unit, you will be responsible for providing a single point of contact for complaints and enquiries from members of the public on behalf of Queensland Health and the Minister for Health, Mental Health and Ambulance Services and Minister for Women. You will also...
-
Expression of Interest
6 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Onpoint 365 Full timeLocated in Brisbane. - Opportunity for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. **Indigenous Identified Cultural Engagement**: - Expression of interest_ - **Located in Brisbane.**: - **Opportunity for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.** **About us**: We are an Indigenous owned Recruitment Agency located in Canberra that...
-
Departmental Liaison Officer
6 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Department of Treaty, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships, Communities and the Arts Full timeKey responsibilities of this role - Provide an efficient and effective administrative linkage between the department and the Minister's Office so as to ensure the provision and flow of high quality, accurate and relevant information. Provide quality liaison support to the Minister, Director-General and other senior managers, ensuring that they are provided...
-
Aps 5 - Indigenous Family Liaison Officer
2 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Federal Court of Australia Full time**The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people.** **Position overview** The Indigenous Family Liaison Officers will provide in-Court support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people...
-
Briefing and Liaison Officer
6 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Queensland Health Full timeThe RoleAs a Briefing and Liaison Officer, you will autonomously manage and report on all incoming and outgoing correspondence for Clinical Planning & Service Strategy (CPSS). This role involves preparing, collating, and editing outgoing CPSS correspondence to ensure the provision of accurate, timely, and relevant information. You will coordinate and manage...
-
Principal Project Officer
7 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Education Full time**About the Department**: The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making...
-
Family Liaison Officer
4 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Palladium Group, Inc. Full time**Family Liaison Officer - Perth Based** **Project Overview**: The PLF works with DFAT and DEWR to support the administration of the PALM scheme and facilitate opportunities for Australian employers to connect with workers from the Pacific and Timor-Leste. The PLF is managed by Palladium and has been established as a trusted intermediary in supporting...
-
senior people and culture officer
4 weeks ago
Brisbane, Australia HR Partners Full timejob description HR Partners by Randstad have an opportunity for an Identified individual to join our government client site in Brisbane as a Senior People and Culture Officer. This role will be leading ED&I, Culture and Capability initiatives for the community. This role is looking...
-
Patient Liaison Officer
4 weeks ago
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia St Vincent's Health Australia Full timeJob OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and compassionate Patient Liaison Officer to join our team at St Vincent's Health Australia.This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, providing exceptional patient care and support.
-
Aps 6 Clinical Liaison Officer
6 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Department of Veterans' Affairs Full timeSalary Range: $97,735 - $110,982 + Attractive Superannuation The Open Arms Client Assist Contact Centre is a dynamic and fast paced 24/7 call centre environment where no day is the same. The Clinical Liaison officer supports the coordination and delivery of high quality, holistic, mental health services to veterans and their families, providing ancillary...
-
Principal Cabinet Liaison Officer
6 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Full timeAbout us As a department our purpose is to help the community to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from the impact of fire and emergency events. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is the primary provider of fire, rescue and emergency management programs and services throughout Queensland. The department encompasses the Queensland Fire...
-
Industry Liaison Officer
3 weeks ago
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland University Of Technology Full timeAre you a skilled professional seeking a challenging role in industry liaison and science collaboration?We are looking for an experienced Industry Liaison Officer to join our Faculty of Science Engagement Team at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT). As a key member of our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) team, you will play a vital role in...
-
Principal Briefing and Liaison Officer
2 months ago
Brisbane, Australia Queensland Health Full timeThe role Reporting to the Senior Departmental Liaison Office, Office of the Director-General, the position forms part of the senior level liaison team in the Department of Health which is responsible for management, coordination and facilitation of critical policy, service and operational issues within the Department. Thoughout this role you will deal with...