19 days ago, from Family Violence Support Jobs Victoria Mallee Sexual Assault Unit - Mallee Domestic Violence Service - Mildura, VIC Voluntary, Charity & Social WorkSource: Family violence jobs The Opportunity These part-time positions are an exciting opportunity for 4 motivated and passionate professionals to join our dedicated Not-For-Profit organisation. Operating within the Crisis Response & The Orange Door Team and reporting directly to the Team Leader - Refuge, these critical roles are instrumental in providing support to victim survivors of family violence. About the Role These roles will work directly with victim survivors and their children within a case management framework, providing information, advocacy, and referrals from our purpose-built crisis refuge. These roles would suit someone that can work a minimum of 40hrs per fortnight as part of a 24hr service, which may include weekday, weekend, and/or overnight shifts to support families. What we offer $49.28 - $51.51/hr plus Penalty and Shift Allowances & Superannuation Salary Package up to $26,550 pa of Remote Living & Entertainment Exp Professional development and training opportunities Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programs A passionate and supportive Team environment Equal Opportunity and Rainbow Tick Accredited employer Key responsibilities for this role include: Provide direct casework, support, and advocacy for victim survivors of family violence accommodated by the service. Provide crisis intake, counselling, support, information, advocacy, and assistance to all families accommodated at the service in crisis situations and/or as requiring follow-up supports and referrals. Provide a safe and supportive environment in which clients make their own decisions and choices. Provide crisis assessment, referral, and support to victim survivors and their children escaping family violence who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Support the case management plans of clients exiting accommodation who are seeking ongoing support with referrals for further case management and counselling programs. Identify presenting housing and support needs of clients and work towards sustainable long-term housing in conjunction with clients. Coordinate intake and exits of residents, including responding to queries, monitoring, maintaining records of those onsite, participation in risk assessment meetings, and you may at times assist with cleaning tasks. Be involved in developing, planning, and/or supervision of educational and/or developmental programs. Advocate on behalf of families and facilitate access to other services and resources when requested. Maintain all necessary administrative processes and systems for the efficient operation of the service including financial, statistical, and client files and databases. About you You are a self-motivated, diligent individual who is able to action tasks independently and has the ability to work positively in a team. Your specialist expertise and experience should include: Bachelor of Social Work or the equivalent (Minimum of a Cert IV in Community Service and are prepared to upskill to meet Req 209 within 5yrs) An understanding of family violence & its impact on victim survivors Crisis intervention and counselling skills Sound understanding of Child Safety Standards Demonstrated sound understanding of the Children's, Youth and Families Act 2005 Knowledge of housing/homelessness issues relating to family violence and the social and political context of homelessness. Ability to promote the safety of children from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and any child with a disability. Understanding client's rights to access the service. Excellent written and verbal communication skills About us The Mallee Sexual Assault Unit (MSAU) and Mallee Domestic Violence Services (MDVS) provides services for women, men, and children throughout the Northern and Southern Mallee region, border communities of New South Wales, the Mallee Track, and Shires of Gannawarra and Buloke. Our services are free and available to all victim survivors. We have a strong commitment to a workplace culture that is collaborative, provides work-life flexibility, and encourages opportunities for growth and development. We take pride in providing a supportive workplace with great career opportunities for our employees. How to Apply All applicants must have the right to work in Australia, be willing and able to obtain a Working with Children Check for both VIC & NSW, a National Police Check, and hold a current Driver's Licence. For enquiries, please contact Sheree Knickel, People & Culture Coordinator MSAU-MDVS on (03) 5025 5*** or via email ******. To obtain a detailed Position Description, please visit our website . Applications close at 12 midnight Sunday 27th October 2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr