Walking Beside Our People: COOEE Elders Hiring Bayside Community Justice Group Coordinator
Location: Cleveland, Queensland
Salary: $38.65 per hour (SCHADS Level 3, Point 1)
Applications close: 22 October 2025
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site
Advertised on behalf of COOEE Elders Inc by Indigenous Job Match (IJM)
Walking Beside Community: A Leadership Role with Purpose
Indigenous Job Match (IJM) is proud to advertise this meaningful opportunity on behalf of COOEE Elders Inc, the auspice organisation for the Bayside Community Justice Group (BCJG) in Cleveland, Queensland.
This is more than a job—it’s a role deeply rooted in community, culture, and justice. The BCJG Coordinator position is an opportunity for a passionate Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to walk alongside Elders and community members, providing culturally safe support through the justice system and beyond.
COOEE Elders Inc stands as a proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led organisation dedicated to empowering Elders, amplifying community voices, and strengthening cultural integrity. Their mission is grounded in Respect, Integrity, Healing, Cultural Safety, and Community Leadership.
“To honour our Elders, strengthen our people, and create pathways for justice, healing, and belonging.”
About the Role
The Bayside Community Justice Group Coordinator supports the delivery of culturally appropriate justice initiatives that place community at the centre. You’ll work closely with Elders, the Indigenous Justice Officer (IJO), Magistrates Courts, Police, and service providers to ensure our mob receive the right support at the right time.
This is a shared role, where teamwork, trust, and cultural understanding are key. You’ll be part of a small but powerful team making a difference every day.
Your key responsibilities include:
Supporting Elders, justice stakeholders, and community members in culturally appropriate ways
Delivering justice and community engagement strategies with cultural integrity
Building strong relationships with Courts, Police, legal services, and NGOs
Providing referrals, early intervention, and culturally grounded support
Promoting the voice and leadership of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in justice processes
What We’re Looking For
This is an Identified Position open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
Strong cultural knowledge and respect for working alongside Elders and community leaders
Experience or qualifications in community engagement, social services, or justice-related fields
Excellent communication and coordination skills
A collaborative approach to teamwork
A valid Blue Card (or willingness to obtain one)
A current QLD C Class Driver’s Licence
Why Work with COOEE Elders Inc
Joining COOEE Elders Inc means becoming part of a community that lives and breathes cultural safety, respect, and belonging.
Here, your work directly supports self-determination, justice, and healing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Every day, you’ll know that what you do matters—to families, to Elders, and to Country.
You’ll be supported in a culturally safe environment where your identity, story, and lived experience are valued and respected.
How to Apply
Email your resume and cover letter to: cooeeindigenouselders@gmail.com
Applications close: Tuesday, 22 October 2025
To Learn more about COOEE Elders Inc: www.cooeeindigenouselders.com
About Indigenous Job Match
Indigenous Job Match (IJM) proudly partners with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations across the country to promote culturally safe employment pathways that strengthen our communities and drive genuine inclusion in workplaces.
We are honoured to support COOEE Elders Inc in sharing this opportunity and invite our network to help spread the word.
If you’re passionate about justice, healing, and community leadership—this is your chance to make a lasting impact.
