Join Our Growing Team at Holstep Health!

• Location: West Heidelberg based

• Fulltime/0.8 FTE

• 2-year fixed term, extension subject to funding

YOUR NEW ROLE:

Reporting to the Managing Lawyer - SSRV and working under the leadership of the Principal Lawyer and Manager - Community Legal Services and Director - Healthy Communities, Senior Lawyer - SSRV is a key role that is responsible for delivering high-quality legal information, advice, casework and representation services to vulnerable and disadvantaged community members experiencing social security-related legal needs.

The Senior Lawyer - SSRV will ensure that Professional Standards are met and assist in the supervision of lawyers, student volunteers and secondees. The incumbent will contribute to stakeholder engagement and identifying and responding to systemic issues arising from casework and engagement activities. The role will involve regular outreach activities and will contribute to the delivery of a new service initiative.

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Develop and maintain knowledge of relevant legislation, policy, practices and resources relevant to the role.
• Provide high-quality legal information, advice, casework and representation services.
• Provide information, advice, secondary consultation and casework support, as appropriate, to community lawyers and workers who are assisting their clients with social security matters.
• Assist the Managing Lawyer and Principal Lawyer - SSRV with the supervision and support of lawyers, students and secondees.
• Maintain accurate and current client records and an appropriate case management system, including undertaking regular file reviews.
• Maintain client and service data, monitoring and reporting records as required.
• Contribute to monitoring and reporting of project or service deliverables, as required.
• Participate in regular supervision, casework and staff meetings.
• Contribute to the planning, development and delivery of community legal education activities and resources.
• Contribute to stakeholder engagement, including planning of, and participate in relevant networks and forums.
• Participate in outreach activities, including planning and develop and strengthen relationships with project partners.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Admitted to practice as an Australian Lawyer.
• A minimum of four years post admission experience in relevant jurisdictions.
• Holder of current Victorian practising certificate.
• Understanding of and/or capacity to develop expertise in relevant areas of law and practice, with a focus on social security and administrative law.
• Sound understanding of continuous quality improvement and capacity to assist in the planning and evaluation of projects and service activities.
• Demonstrated experience in client file management work, and capacity to follow file and risk management procedures with minimal supervision.
• Flexible and proactive, with strong organisational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing demands, prioritise tasks and solve problems.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills, including experience in delivering presentations, developing information/education resources, drafting submissions and reports.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated competency in the use of IT systems, including the use of client databases to effectively achieve the requirements of the role.
• A strong commitment to social justice and an understanding of integrated models of assistance to meet the needs of disadvantaged communities.
• Current full or probationary driver's licence.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, either submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience via the "Apply Now" button.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Holstep Health, we embrace diversity, inclusion, and flexibility, encouraging you to bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you'll be supported in your growth and professional development. We also offer:

• Generous salary packaging

• Flexible work arrangements

• Opportunities for additional leave

To learn more, visit our Work for Us page.

Please submit the following:

• A cover letter

• Your resume (including two recent referees)

• A response to the key selection criteria (outlined in the position description)

At Holstep Health, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. No matter your background, religion, sexual orientation, age, or gender, we encourage all individuals to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team.

Holstep Health supports healthcare workforce vaccination to manage infectious disease in the workplace to protect our clients and community.

Holstep Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring a safe environment for everyone and meets the current Child Safe standards.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia. We warmly encourage people from diverse backgrounds and abilities to apply.