Darebin encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in.
About Darebin City Council
Located in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Darebin City Council is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne. Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life.
About the Role
Seeking an individual with the following skills to build capacity within Darebin MCH service;
- A demonstrated knowledge of and experience of MARAM and in working with families experiencing Family Violence
- Sound knowledge of the evidence on the gendered nature of family violence, and the nature, dynamics and impact of family violence.
- Demonstrated ability to flexibly manage competing priorities and stressful situations, monitoring own stress levels and practising and promoting self-care strategies.
- Ability to work in a culturally informed and respectful manner.
- Demonstrated capacity to provide secondary FV consultations
- In-depth knowledge of the landscape of family violence and local referral pathways
- Working understanding of relevant legislation and how it impacts on family violence
Skills & Experience
- A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Welfare or Community Studies, Psychology (or related discipline) and/or relevant experience in the Family Violence environment.
- A current employee Working with Children Card.
- A current Victorian Driver’s Licence.
Culture
As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve. We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program – Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your application including a resume, and those who wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description may do so in their cover letter.
We’re also happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.
Contact Stacey Fleming, Maternal Child Health Leader on 0438765243 for a confidential discussion.
Applications close on Sunday November 20 at 11.30pm.
Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.
To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards.
All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.
Council requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Staff Covid-19 Vaccination Policy.