AddressAbout Us and Our Team Culture
At The Centre for Women & Co. and Men & Co. Services we work to support individuals, children and families towards physical and emotional safety through Domestic & Family Violence support and counselling. We work from an evidence-based, trauma-informed and reflective practice framework.
We trust our team members and encourage autonomy. Our leadership team are grounded and supportive, and we don’t micro-manage. We are big on investing in professional development and career progression. We know that working in the DFV and Wellbeing sector is hard work, and we take care of our team.
The Role
The DFV Specialist working with Police is responsible for providing services directly to people who are experiencing Domestic and/or Family Violence.Due to new funding received, there are multiple roles available assisting victim-survivors who present to Police Stations across Logan for DFV support. The roles involve directly responding to clients who present in crisis, providing immediate support to clients requiring risk assessment, safety intervention and planning as well as urgent referral and follow up support. You will work collaboratively with Queensland Police Service (QPS) Station Officers, CFW team members and other agencies/organisations to develop appropriate and innovative responses to prevent violence within the Logan region.
Salary and Benefits
- SCHADS Level 5.1 ($47.50 p/h)| Full-Time (38 Hours Per Week) | $93,860 annually
- Contracts available until June 2026
- A supportive induction process and in-house training about the meaningful work we do to support our clients through DFV and improve their wellbeing.
- Salary Packaging up to $15,900 (superannuation can be paid in addition to this, subject to any ATO limit if any).
- A supportive and warm team culture and working environment where we help one another out, learn from one another and have a lot of fun and laughs
- Flexible work options are available for certain program areas
Experience and Qualifications
Essential Tertiary Qualifications
Tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, or human services (alongside relevant experience) received from a recognised university.
Preferred Tertiary Qualifications
Postgraduate qualification in counselling or social work
Essential Experience
Demonstrated experience and comprehensive knowledge of Domestic and Family Violence, and its effect on women, children and the wider community and demonstrated understanding of and experience working within current legislation (Domestic and Family Violence Act 2012).
Understanding of trauma-informed and feminist frameworks, with the ability to effectively apply them to support victim survivors.
Preferred Experience
Demonstrated experience and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Values and Qualities
- We believe in ending violence against women and children; a future where safety and wellbeing are paramount.
- We believe clear is kind; honesty and transparency are vital to our team culture.
- We respect one another; we talk to people, not about them.
- We work with integrity and take time to reflect on our work.
- We practise self-care and accept help when we need it.
If you want to step into our world and you feel that you are our next CFW team member, we’d love to meet you.
How to Apply – We Want to Meet You!
We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and welcome applications including a cover letter and resume to **@centreforwomen.org.au. Applications will be accepted until 31st May 2024. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis as applications are received.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting candidates for this position. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
