Domestic and Family Violence Specialist

Our Child & Family Services strengthen families so children can live at home safely, free from abuse and neglect, and enjoy the best possible start to life. We deliver voluntary services to families at high risk of entering or escalating within the statutory child protection system.Your new role:Supporting women and children to build safe, independent lives free from domestic violence, you will increase their safety through assessment, advocacy and referral to appropriate services.You will be the specialist Domestic and Family Violence Worker in our multidisciplinary team. We work with David Mandel's Framework of perpetrator pattern based, child centered, survivor strengths approach to working with domestic violence.Terms: Full time, 12 month contract based in Logan, QLD.Your benefitsSalary packaging & discount programsFlexible work arrangementsNovated leasesAbility to purchase leaveLong service leave after 5 years & more!Your experienceAs an experienced Domestic or Family Violence Case Worker, Counsellor or Social Worker you will haveExperience working with high risk families that are at risk of or currently experiencing domestic violence. Be able to work collaboratively with other DV specialist services that includes the high risk team and Child Safety.Knowledge of current legislation relevant to the protection of survivors of Domestic & Family ViolenceAbility to manage a caseload of clients and to work compassionately with perpetratorsHigh level of professional accountability and integrity and a belief that every parent has potentialA relevant degree/tertiary qualification and current driver’s licenceInterested? Apply online today!Call Tracy Cook on 0437 394 411 to discuss the role in more detail. Closing date 7th July 2019.Internally this role is called a Child & Family Practitioner (Domestic Violence Prevention).Position Description 35 AUD Australia - QLD Brisbane Southern Suburbs & Logan Logan Central 4114