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SalaryReference Number 32719
Position Title Case Worker First Response
Employment Type Permanent Full Time
Directorate Child & Family Services
Location Nundah
Award
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Classification level range
Position Summary
We are currently seeking a motivated individual to join our team of dedicated First ResponseCase Workers to provide a holistic, trauma informed response to the needs of women and children residing in refuge to address issues relating to experiencing and or witnessing domestic and family violence. This role is based in Chermside.
The Role:
You will work intensively with families to address issues such as, but not limited to, risk and safety concerns, providing practical and emotional support, linking the families with relevant services to meet their needs and supporting the families to obtain safe and sustainable accommodation free from violence.
Due to the inherent requirements of this programs delivery we require female representation from our Supported Accommodation team, as such we are currently looking for a Female Support Worker. To be a female is a genuine requirement for the position under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1997
What you'll need:
You will have a strong passion for working with women and children in a crisis environment, a thorough knowledge of the impacts of domestic and family violence on women and children, and demonstrated skills in applying this knowledge using a strength-based, trauma-informed framework.
In addition to the above, you will also be required to have:
- Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Human Service related field
- Qld Drivers Licence
- Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
1. Possession of a relevant tertiary qualification. Demonstrated skill and practical experience in working with children and families. Experience in the area of homelessness/supported accommodation is preferred but not essential.
2. Knowledge and understanding of the effects of crisis and domestic violence on women and children and homelessness for families; and the ability to respond effectively.
3. Demonstrated ability to provide both practical and emotional support to women and children with an understanding of family interaction and child development
4. Interpersonal and communication skills, that are consistent with strengths based approaches and ethical practice frameworks.
5. Demonstrated professional integrity, with respect to such matters as confidentiality and the best interests of the child.
6. Ability to maintain appropriate records and sound computing skills (including, ideally database skills).
7. Proven ability to work co-operatively within a multidisciplinary team in a complex human services environment.
8. Ability to work within the beliefs, mission, values and policies of UnitingCare Community and adhere to the provisions of the Workplace Health and Safety and other relevant Legislation as they apply to the region’s services.
Remuneration: Starting at $47.50 per hour + applicable On Call Allowance
To Apply
So don't hesitate! Take the next step in your career with UnitingCare Queensland and apply now by submitting your cover letter, resume and addressing the Selection Criteria
UnitingCare Queensland is committed to being a child safe, child friendly organisation and for all children who come into contact with our services we will provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services, prevent child abuse and neglect within our services and appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur.
Through our values UCQ are proud of our teams diversity, we believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workforce to help us achieve the best outcomes for the communities in which we operate and serve. We highly encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.
Contact Person Debbie Bruford
Contact Number 0413122361
Closing Date 19/03/2024
Position Description and/or
Supporting Information Case Worker First Response 2020.pdf
