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SalaryThe purpose of theLegal Officer – Child Advocate is to:
- Perform the child advocacy functions as delegated by the Public Guardian for a child/young person in the child protection system in accordance with the Public Guardian Act 2014. The holders of this position will be appointed as a Child Advocate officer in accordance with the Public Guardian Act 2014; and
- Provide legal advice and assistance to the Manager, in relation to the discharge of the Public Guardian’s statutory function and exercise of their statutory powers particularly in relation to child advocacy.
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Justice & Legal
Classification PO4
Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City
Job ad reference QLD/536882/24
Closing date 18-Jan-2024
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Salary Other
Job duration To 30/09/2024
Contact person Imogen Coates-Marnane
Contact details Phone: 0428 984 734
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Key responsibilities
- Perform child advocacy functions for children and young people in the child protection system in areas of law such as child protection, youth justice, education, human rights and administrative law.
- Build and sustain positive relationships with team members.
- Support other team members in the performance of their role and functions as required.
- Actively engage, build rapport and foster collaborative relationships with relevant internal/ external stakeholders.
- Ensure all work complies with data entry and reporting requirements and meets all other corporate and professional responsibilities.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .
Two temporary full-time roles - one available until 30/09/2024, one available 20/02/2024 until 20/09/2024.
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