EMPLOYMENT
2 positions available
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Community Lawyer - Wallan
As the Community Lawyer, you will provide high-quality legal services, including advice, casework, and court representation to eligible clients across a range of practice areas from our Wallan office. The Community Lawyer will also have the opportunity to design and deliver community legal education programs and contribute to projects that expand access to justice for our priority client groups.
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The Community Lawyer will work collaboratively with local community organisations, stakeholders, and client groups to raise awareness of NCLC’s services and ensure our support is targeted and accessible. You’ll also work closely with our Community Development Team, ensuring that legal assistance is delivered holistically alongside social supports for clients.
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For a confidential discussion, please contact Luke McLean, Director of Legal Practice on 03 9310 4376
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To view the full job ad, click here. The full position description is available here.
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Financial Counsellor
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We are seeking a passionate and skilled Financial Counsellor to join our team. This role will provide financial counselling services, including information, support, and advocacy, as well as community development and community education activities that empower clients and build financial resilience.
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Working closely with the Economic Justice Team, you will deliver holistic, wraparound services that improve outcomes for people facing financial hardship.
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You will be involved in the following key projects:
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Economic Justice – supporting clients at risk of homelessness to achieve financial stability.
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Steps to Legal Rights and Safe Landing – providing financial counselling for victim-survivors of family violence, including those from migrant backgrounds, as part of wraparound legal and support services.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Luke McLean, Director of Legal Practice on 03 9310 4376. This is a 1-year (funded) fixed term position.
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To view the full job ad, click here. The full position description is for the Financial Counsellor is available here
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