Child Protection Paralegal Officer

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department Of Families, Fairness And Housing Full time

**THE ROLE**

Child Protection Paralegal Officers perform a critical role in supporting the delivery of court-related services to Child Protection teams. Reporting to the Managing Principal Solicitor of the divisional child protection litigation team, you will be co located at the Dandenong child protection office and may be required to attend the Child Protectin Litigation Office at 3/456 Lonsdale Street Melbourne.

The role provides support to child protection practitioners across the service delivery area of Southern Melbourne and works alongside child protection practitioners and lawyers. You will provide wide ranging legal administrative and litigation support functions to assist child protection practitioners in the preparation of matters before the Family Division of the Children's Court of Victoria. This may include preparing and filing court documents, witness summons, communication with court registries, other legal professionals including Victoria Legal Aid and liaising with potential witnesses. Attention to detail and teamwork underpin success in this role as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**

Under the supervision of the Managing Principal Solicitor, assist the Child Protection program with court related tasks including:

- Drafting and reviewing legal documents, forms, and correspondence
- Redaction of confidential material in departmental records
- Providing information and support on case preparation for contested hearings, including liaising with witnesses, and
- Liaising with Children's Court registries

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**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

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