ABOUT THE ROLE – This role will be expected to provide brief intervention support to clients referred by The Orange Door prior to allocation to Case Management.
- Works within a feminist perspective to empower and increase the safety of women and children.
- Understands the physical, emotional, psychological and behavioural impact of trauma and abuse on clients.
- Demonstrates knowledge of family violence including context, principles, philosophies, policies and legislation.
- Understands and applies family violence models, approaches, theories and practice when dealing with clients.
- Identifies, assesses and prioritises risk and needs of women and children experiencing family violence
BENEFITS – What Quantum offer;
- Location – Based in Sale | Flexible working arrangements
- Job Security – 1EFT (38hrs) ongoing
- Salary – SCHADS Award Level 5 | $88,700 P/A | + Superannuation | Annual indexation | Portable long service leave | Leave opportunities.
- Mobile phone and resources applicable to the role;
- Personal Growth | Training & professional development | Supervision & support
- Promotional opportunities within the Organisation;
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE – what you will bring;
- Relevant experience within the Community Services Sector.
- Ability to identify and assess family violence risk; to complete safety planning and prioritise safety of women and children and implement case management frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience in working in crisis response initial assessment, including the ability to remain calm, positive and task focused.
- Valid Victorian Driver’s Licence |Working With Children Check |Police Check
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications with a minimum Bachelor degree (Social Work, Psychology, Family Therapy or Trauma Related Fields) is desired and experience relevant to this position. Family Safe Victoria Recommendation 209 does apply to this position
**Quantum is exempt under section 28 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 to only employ women to family violence worker roles
About Quantum Support Services
Established in 1987 we are Industry Leaders striving to provide services to positively improve lives within the Gippsland community. Quantum is a child safe organisation who believes the celebration of diversity makes us and the community stronger. We are committed to embracing everyone’s individual differences so that we can help create a strong workplace and community that is empowered to reach its potential.
How to apply
To review the Position Description please refer to our website at www.quantum.org.au/careers.
To apply please submit a detailed cover letter with your current Resume and 3 referees to [email protected] or click on the “Apply” button and follow the prompts!
For further information in relation to this opportunity please contact Vin Donahoe on 1800 243 455.
Applications will be considered for progression to interview, as and when they are received.