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Provide outreach case management support to women and women with children experiencing family violence who reside in the Bayside Peninsula area.
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army Australia's Family Violence Stream provides a wide range of services around the country to support women and women with children impacted by family and domestic violence. We offer refuge, children's and parenting services, counselling, support, men's programs, accommodation and advice to women and children who are experiencing, or who have experienced, family violence.
Southern Family Violence Programs and Services works with service users from a feminist perspective, aiming to empower and increase the safety of women and children. Family Violence Services staff are required to work within a trauma informed practice environment, all staff are expected to work creatively towards ensuring that the safety and support needs of all women and children accessing the services are the first priority.
About the role
As the Specialist Family Violence Practitioner - Case Management Team you will provide outreach case management support to women and women with children experiencing family violence who reside in the Bayside Peninsula area
You will successfully
Carry a caseload of up to 13 casesSupport women and children referred via Risk Assessment and Management Panels (RAMP)Manage intake and assessment in accordance with a team rosterRespond to women and children presenting in crisisWork collaboratively with Victoria Police and other community organisations and stakeholdersFacilitate therapeutic support groups as requiredAttend relevant network meetingsWe have several full time fixed term positions (12 months) with possibility of extension dependent. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social worker, SACS VIC Lvl 5 - Social Wkr CII award.
You will have
Tertiary qualification in Social Work / Social Sciences or related fields is essentialExperience working in the family violence sector is desirableKnowledge of the physical, emotional, psychological and behavioural impact of trauma and abuseUnderstands and applies FDV models, approaches, theories and practices when dealing with clientsDemonstrates knowledge of FDV including context, principles, philosophies, policies, regulations and legislationA current and valid VIC Driver's LicenceCurrent and Valid VIC Employee Working with Children CheckWe are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._What we offer
Flexible working conditionsMaybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefitsEmployee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling serviceFinancial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefitsDiscounted health and fitness programs through Fitness PassportUp to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave schemeGenerous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeksUp to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activityAn inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team membersPositively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contributionENQUIRIES
For a confidential discussion about the position, please contact Leah Astone on
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and / or expressions. W_The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_