About Bethany:
At Bethany we value people and build upon their strengths. We are innovative and for over 150 years we have been supporting individuals within the community by developing new ways of working to make a difference. We have a broad range of programs from providing early childhood education and care through our 22 Kindergartens, to tailored community services to support children and families wellbeing.
About the role:
Bethany is excited to advertise for the role of Child and Family Support Practitioner, based at the Orange Door, Geelong. This position is full time, ongoing and will be reporting to the Team Leader – Child and Family.
The Orange Door is an integrated intake pathway to family violence services and family services, keeping the whole family in view, with support tailored to each family member’s needs. The Orange Door brings together services as a partnership to support women, children and families and keep perpetrators in view. The Support Practitioner will work within this multidisciplinary team of practitioners to delivery high quality, integrated, safe and effective responses to Victorian women, children and families.
Key responsibilities:
- Receiving and managing referrals for vulnerable families, women and children experiencing family violence and perpetrators of family violence to The Orange Door including the delivery of client screening, assessment, crisis responses, service planning, targeted interventions, allocation and coordinated referrals consistent with the Integrated Practice Framework, Operational Guidelines, Service Specifications and relevant risk assessment tools and frameworks.
- Under the guidance of senior practitioners, adopt a whole of family view and use contemporary and evidence-based approaches to identify family violence risk and child and family vulnerability.
- Understanding the service system and providing information and advice about service options and pathways to inform and empower clients.
About you:
- A degree in Social Work (or equivalent); or be working towards in line with recommendation 209 of the Royal Commission into Family Violence. Click here for more information: https://www.vic.gov.au/mandatory-minimum-qualifications-specialist-family-violence-practitioners
- Knowledge of child development/attachment, BICM, MARAM, and screening and assessment of child and family vulnerability.
- Knowledge of sector reforms, relevant legislation and ensures compliance in work practices.
What we offer:
- A diverse and inclusive environment
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary packaging
- Employee Assistance Program
How to apply:
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please follow the steps below:
- Visit our ‘Current Vacancies’ page on our website (www.bethany.org.au/employment), click on the relevant position title and download a copy of the position description for this role. The position description includes the Key Selection Criteria that must be addressed in your application.
- Send your resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria to: [email protected] by 9:00am Thursday 20 October 2022.
In order to comply with mandatory Child Safety Standards, all employment is subject to a valid and current Police Check and Working with Children Check.
Bethany values and celebrates diversity and is working to create a team of people who reflect the diverse community we support. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+ and culturally diverse people as well as those living with a disability and those looking to return to the workforce following a break in their career are encouraged to apply for our roles.