Safe Steps is the only 24/7, family violence response centre in Victoria, providing a “state-wide entry point” for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence. Services include information and referral, crisis response, specialist family violence risk assessment, safety planning, Webchat, and access to supported crisis accommodation.

Our vision is safety, support and respect for all victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.

Our practice is trauma-informed and guided by evidence. We provide services to all victim-survivors and recognise that most of our work is dedicated to the needs of women and children which reflects the gendered nature of domestic and family violence.

The Family Violence Crisis Specialist will work as part of the Victorian state-wide Family Violence service, providing a specialist first response to victim-survivors seeking safety from family violence.

The position works within an established feminist theoretical and practice approach and collaborative multi-agency context based on best practice knowledge. The role requires the highest level of professionalism, ethical behaviour and compassion.

You must be able to demonstrate the following:

•    Bachelor of Social Work or an equivalent qualification, or a willingness to work towards an equivalent qualification 
•    Demonstrated experience within the specialist family violence sector or working with those who have been impacted by domestic, family and sexual violence (telephone counselling advantageous)
•    Understanding of the specialist family violence sector in Victoria
•    Completion of the Multi Agency Risk Assessment (MARAM) Framework training and a demonstrated understanding of its application in the context of Crisis Services or the willingness to undergo training at employment start
•    Understanding of feminist theory and contemporary family violence practice including the gendered nature of violence, social justice principles, crisis intervention and working with trauma.  
•    Understanding of state based legislation as it pertains to family violence, privacy and child protection legislation relevant to service delivery 
•    Demonstrated ability to work in a challenging and demanding environment, including working within agreed timeline parameters 
•    Well-developed oral and written communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of cultural and social groups 
•    Ability to remain calm under pressure, with a flexible and positive approach 
•    High level of resilience and self-care practices in place 
•    Willingness to commit to the living expression of Safe Steps values; courageous, feminist, empowering, inclusive, respectful, reflective
•    Right to work in Australia
•    A current Working With Children Check
•    Willingness to undergo a National Police Check
•    Completed Covid 19 vaccinations

NOTE: This role is exempt from the provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 which would otherwise require the appointment to this position to be on a non-gender specific basis. Applications for this position will be considered from persons who identify as women (Exemption H135/2022). 

Child Safety
Safe Steps is a child safe organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. All Safe Steps services, programs and practices are in compliance with Victoria’s Child Safe Standards.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We are committed to ensuring diversity, inclusion and equity are embedded throughout our organisation for the benefit of all our clients and our staff. We believe our people are our greatest asset and by supporting and incorporating their diverse talents, knowledge, perspectives and experiences, we can strengthen our relationships with the communities we work with. Our focus is on eliminating discrimination in the services we deliver and the workplace we provide. Being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports and enables equity, goes to the heart of our work and supports our strategic intent – “Building an organisation and culture that is supportive, responsive and sustainable”.

Interested? Apply today!
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To apply please ensure that you:
•    Submit your resume and cover letter
•    Complete all application questions