Aboriginal Cultural Support Officer

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeAboriginal Full time $92,332 - $104,762

Job Title: Aboriginal Cultural Support Officer

Role Overview

This is an aboriginal designated position, classified under special measures. Only aboriginal and/or torres strait islander people are eligible to apply.

Location: Southbank
Employment Status: 2 year fixed-term, full-time

We seek a passionate individual who wants to make a real difference by helping aboriginal and torres strait islander families during challenging times.

  • Advocate for and support aboriginal families through the coronial process.
  • Build and maintain relationships with community organisations.
  • Be part of a dedicated and supportive team.
About the Role

As an aboriginal cultural support officer, you will be an advocate advisor and key point of contact for aboriginal and torres strait islander families navigating the coronial process.

You will provide culturally sensitive guidance ensuring that families feel supported and cared for throughout their interaction with the victorian institute of forensic medicine.

  • Work closely with the colonial admissions and enquiries team.
  • Ensure that the needs of the community are met with empathy, professionalism, and respect.
Key Responsibilities

- Advocate for and support aboriginal and torres strait islander families during coronial processes.
- Provide culturally informed advice to ensure a safe and supportive environment for families.
- Liaise with families, coroners, and pathologists to facilitate the coronial investigation.
- Coordinate communication between the victorian institute of forensic medicine and aboriginal families, offering guidance and comfort.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and protocols during the investigation process.

Benefits

By working with us, you will gain valuable experience in advocating for and supporting aboriginal communities, building strong relationships with community organisations, and contributing to a positive change in the lives of aboriginal and torres strait islander families.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment, where your skills and qualifications will be valued and recognised.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Compassion, resilience, and a deep commitment to supporting the aboriginal and torres strait islander community.
  • Proven experience in working in a health or legal administration with demonstrated experience working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Knowledge and ability to create a culturally safe environment and build relationships with aboriginal community members and services.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the victorian aboriginal community, both society and culture, and the issues impacting on it.
  • The ability to communicate sensitively and work effectively with the victorian aboriginal community.
  • The ability to build, maintain, and foster partnerships between cae, local aboriginal community organisations, and aboriginal community controlled organisations.
  • Exceptional organisational skills including ability to implement improvements to office systems, including filing and records management systems.
  • A high level of computer literacy, including use of database systems and electronic transcription systems.
  • The ability to work calmly and consistently under pressure, to deal with competing priorities, and to meet inflexible deadlines in a challenging and sensitive work environment.

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