First Nations Project Worker

Job Description

Job Function: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Work Type: Ongoing - full time About this role Full time ongoing position (part time considered) Salary range: $76,426 - $98,901 (pro rata) plus super plus salary packaging Up to $15,900 in salary packaging and hybrid WFH & office model Flexible location: Geelong or Melbourne CBD office About the role Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA) is the primary non-legal advocacy provider in Victoria for people subject to or at risk of compulsory treatment and is responsible for the opt-out system. IMHA has identified that First Nations people are overrepresented in some areas of Victoria in the mental health system. This role will work to deliver projects to explore the experiences of First Nations peoples and communities in accessing designated mental health services. They will document these experiences and work with IMHA management to recommend actions required to improve access to the IMHA advocacy services and improve understanding of the overrepresentation of First Nations peoples in designated mental health services. This is a special measures role and only First Nations people are eligible to apply, as per the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. This role can be based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country or our Barwon region office on Wadawurrung Country. About you As our ideal candidate, you will possess: Experience in supporting project work, including design, coordination, and implementation. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to use those skills to build collaborative relationships. Demonstrated research, writing, and policy analysis skills. Experience working with First Nations lived experience experts and an understanding of the challenges impacting First Nations people experiencing mental health issues accessing mental health and other related systems. Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities. About Victoria Legal Aid We provide legal representation to those who need it most. With over 1300 staff employed in 16 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice, and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems. Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve. Employee benefits Focus on work-life balance including flexible working arrangements Hybrid work from home & office model Training and professional development opportunities Excellent salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 and Novated Leasing Supportive team environment in modern offices (including free gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office) Access to discounted Private Health Insurance How to apply To be considered for this role, please submit your current resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria . If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team. For further information, please review the attached position description or contact Belinda Foley, First Nations Senior Advocate on (03) 9280 3708 or Renee Rao, Recruitment Specialist on No agency applications will be accepted. Applications close by 11.59pm on Tuesday 4 February 2025. Other relevant information It is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community. VLA is committed to putting the safety and wellbeing of children first. Belinda Foley, First Nations Senior Advocate #J-18808-Ljbffr