Sa Justice Reinvestment - Support Officer

This position must be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Australian Red Cross considers this requirement to be a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and a genuine occupational requirement under section 65 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA).Max term position until December 2024
Part-time position - 19 hours per week
Port Adelaide locationAbout Red CrossAustralian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.About the roleThe Support Officer - Aboriginal Families Thrive Program is responsible for working with the Aboriginal Families Thrive team and Aboriginal men and community members who access support, information and services available at the Tiraapendi Wodli (TW) Hub. TW walks side-by-side with Aboriginal men, women and families in the Port Adelaide and western metropolitan area and aims to strengthen the health, safety and lives of Aboriginal people, including men and women returning to community from prison.About youWell-developed skills in strengths-based approaches to working with Aboriginal communities including people returning to community from prison.
Well-developed understanding of issues that impact on the health, wellbeing and safety of Aboriginal people
Demonstrated experience building productive relationships with diverse community, non-government and government stakeholders and networks
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to demonstrate initiative and good problem solving skills.Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanityFinancial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.
Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness. And access guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.
Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid 'Me' day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options
Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development coursesFurther informationThis role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 3. Salary from $71,155.76 FTE + superannuation + access to salary packaging.
To find out more about this opportunity please refer to the position description below.
For additional enquiries, please contact Simon Talanskas on 0420 450 295 for a confidential discussion.Applications close at 11:55pm AEDT on 07 April 2024Job Ref #: 493