Expression of Interest – DFVS practitioners/ graduates Domestic Violence Action Centre

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you interested in working in a genuinely caring workforce, striving to reduce gender-based violence? Are you passionate about making a positive impact ?

Due to the expansion of services, Domestic Violence Action Centre (DVAC) is looking for suitably qualified people to fill various roles including graduates, specialists, and Team Leaders. DVAC provides support for individuals affected by domestic, family, and sexual violence in the Ipswich, Toowoomba, and surrounding regions. 

DVAC is experiencing an exciting period of growth, and all roles attract generous professional development initiatives. Relocation assistance considered for the suitable Toowoomba Team Leader applicant.  

WHAT DO YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

  • An understanding the nature, drivers, and context of domestic, family and sexual violence and trauma.
  • Ability to uphold dignity and value through healing-centred engagement.
  • Ability to manage risk, prioritise safety, and recovery.
  • Work as part of an integrated system
  • Demonstrate a reflective and self-aware approach.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Possession of relevant tertiary qualifications in the human services field.
  • Proven experience and skills in leadership and management of staff (Team Leader roles)
  • Well-developed experience and skills in counselling and therapeutic support.
  • Experience and skills in gender-based violence risk assessment, trauma informed practice, safety planning, crisis support and system advocacy. 
  • Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated high ethical standards and integrity in all working relationships. 
  •  Demonstrated ability to make effective decisions in a timely manner and escalate as appropriate. 
  •  Current driver’s license and Blue Card 
  • COVID vaccination/exemption 
  • All DVAC staff are required to complete a National Police Check upon successful offer of position.

SELECTION CRITERIA

  1. What motivates you to apply to work at DVAC?
  2. What would you be able to contribute to the position of you were successful?

Don’t miss out on this opportunity! We are currently accepting applications and will be conducting interviews for potential successful candidates in 2024. Apply now by attaching your current CV and a cover letter address the selection criteria. Please note that applications without selection criteria responses will not be considered. We appreciate your interest and application, and kindly inform you that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

(No agencies, please) 

JOB SUMMARY

Organisation

Domestic Violence Action Centre

Job Salary

Full time

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