PO2 Paralegal

  • Brisbane CBD
  • Contract
  • Tue Dec 16 03:49:46 2025
  • 90M0685282

The Opportunity:

This role is critical to protecting Queensland's children and young people. You will be an Individual Contributor responsible for assessing employment screening applications under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Risk Assessment: Apply legislative knowledge and legal experience to conduct risk assessments always focusing on the best interests of children and young people.

  • Assessment & Analysis: Undertake in-depth analysis of file information and review evidence to support recommendations regarding blue card eligibility.

  • Legal/Procedural Advice: Provide crucial advice on the screening provisions to internal and external stakeholders.

  • Case Management: Efficiently and timely manage files, ensuring appropriate prioritisation of matters.

Essential Criteria:

You will need to hold a university degree (undergraduate and/or postgraduate) from a recognised tertiary institution in one of the following disciplines:

  • Law

  • Social Work
  • Human Services or Social Welfare

  • Psychology or Behavioural Science

You must have or be able to quickly acquire a sound knowledge of the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000.

Highly Desirable Experience: Experience in administrative law, criminal law, child protection, domestic and family violence, mental health, or drug and alcohol abuse would be looked upon favourably.

To apply please click “APPLY NOW” and forward a copy of your most recent CV and cover letter in WORD FORMAT.
Please note only candidates that match the above criteria will be contacted.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.