27 Legal, Social and Welfare Professionals

In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this sub-major group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

• assessing, discussing and assisting with the legal, social, vocational and spiritual needs of individuals and the community
• providing legal advice and written opinions on points of law
• presiding over judicial proceedings and pronouncing judgments
• assessing resources for health, welfare, recreation, housing, employment and other community services
• developing, administering and evaluating individual and group treatment programs
• assisting clients to understand and resolve problems
• preparing and conducting services of public worship and acknowledgements of faith in accordance with accepted ceremonial requirements
• undertaking historical and cultural research into human activity, and preparing reports of research findings