• Full Time or Part Time
• Based in Ipswich
• Competitive salary packaging available

TASC was founded in 1982 as a small legal service for disadvantaged people. Today TASC is the largest regional Community Legal Service in Queensland and is known for its innovative delivery of legal, advocacy and social services across the south-west of the State. In particular, TASC's holistic provision of legal and advocacy services, as well as our robust commitment to community education and development, has seen TASC considered by many as a model for the future delivery of services to the most vulnerable and marginalised members of our community.

The Position

This role provides consultation on a broad range of legal issues with clients experiencing, or at risk, of elder abuse and other issues associated with ageing. The position will offer targeted legal advice on site, as well as at outreach locations, and referrals and resources for older people.  You will work under 2 programs, Elder Abuse Prevention Support Service (EAPSS) and Seniors Legal and Support Service (SLASS).  You will work under supervision, undertake, support and oversee Seniors Law casework and referrals, whilst developing and delivering education resources to clients and community members to identify and respond to elder abuse, and other legal issues.  You will assist to collect data and monitor and evaluate casework and actively contribute to the ongoing marketing and profiling of TASC.  You will work collaboratively with other professionals within TASC as well as foster relationships with other related service providers.

The Legal Practitioner

• You must be an Admitted legal practitioner in Queensland, with a current practicing certificate.
• You must have a demonstrated experience in providing high quality legal advice and casework services with at least 2+ years post admission experience, preferably in matters involving elder abuse, seniors and financial exploitation.
• Proven ability to work effectively independently, and within the team environment.
• Demonstrated exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level skills in problem solving and legal research.
• Willingness to participate in community legal education and law reform activities.
• A commitment to professional development, and a willingness to expand knowledge and skills.
• An ability to travel to deliver outreach services to Rockhampton, Gladstone and Mackay.
• Strong commitment to the principles of social justice including a proven ability to appropriately communicate with vulnerable and marginalised clients.

The role is based in Ipswich however you will be required to travel between TASC offices from time to time. You must hold or be immediately eligible to obtain a yellow card based on mandatory criminal history screening, and hold unrestricted QLD driver's license.

Why Work With Us?

TASC offers flexibility and family friendly work hours, salary packaging options that you can only get working for a not for profit and the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives.  You are not measured by your billable units, but rather by the impact you have for those who are disadvantaged or marginalised.