Domestic & Family Violence Group Facilitator – (Working With Male Perpetrators)

• Multi-faceted and varied role Working with clients in 1-1 and group settings
• Based in Fairfield, permanent Full time or Part time (4 days) opportunity Monday to Friday, with some weekday evening work required
• Hourly Rate $41.52 – $46.68 depending on experience + super + generous salary packaging

Due to a growth in our program, we are looking for an experienced Case Manager/Group Facilitator. This is an interesting and varied role that involves both case management as well as group facilitation and psychoeducation. A role where you can bring about meaningful change and support for clients. 

About the Role

You will work with male perpetrators of intimate partner violence using a multi-faceted approach inclusive of direct one-one intake and assessment and engaging and supporting them through group work. To be successful in this role you will need experience managing similar situations where you have assessed and managed clients with a history of using violence.

The role is responsible for:

• Intake & assessment, case management and supporting men in addressing issues which impact their safety, wellbeing, and their ability to maintain safe, respectful and enriching relationships with their partner/former partner and child/ren
• Co-Facilitation of the accredited psycho-educational Men’s Behaviour Change Program – Choosing Change

Per Principle 4 of the Department of Communities and Justice’s Compliance Requirements for this program, co-facilitation is recommended to improve the safety and accountability of the program facilitators. As per the Men’s Behaviour Change Practice Standards, which recommend the co-facilitation be male and female, therefore we strongly encourage male candidates to apply.

About You

To be a successful candidate you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology or equivalent field
• Demonstrated experience and skills in providing case management and group facilitation to individuals - mental health: Alcohol and other drugs, grief and loss counselling, and worked within the Trauma informed practice model
• Demonstrated ability in systemic practice and theory and experience in responding to and intervening in Domestic & Family Violence impact and safety
• Experience in Facilitating (male) Psycho-Educational Groups
• Skills in providing telephone intake and assessment, including experience responding to vulnerable and distressed clients
• Knowledge and experience in responding to the legislative requirements concerning Child Protection, Family Law and Domestic Violence
• Demonstrated ability to appraise and critically reflect on clinical work and participation in clinical supervision
• Excellent ability to actively collaborate, communicate clearly and respond with respect
• Current Work with Children Check

Highly Regarded:

• Completion of or willingness to undertake DV Alert Training or
• ECAV training, DV-706: Skills in Working with maleFamily Violence
• ECAV training, DV-702: Essential skills in Men’s Behaviour Change Program (MBCP)
• Completion of or willingness to undertake Safe and Together Training

What can we offer you?

• Professional Growth: Tailored professional development opportunities to support your career ambitions 
• Work-Life Balance: Embrace flexibility, hybrid working arrangements, flexible start/finish times. We are a family-friendly organisation
• Tax Savings: Maximise your income with generous salary packaging, reducing your tax and increasing your take-home pay
• Generous Leave: Above-award annual and personal/carers leave, extended parental leave, and celebration day
• Supportive Team: Join a friendly and supportive team that values your contributions
• Wellbeing: Free access to a premium mindfulness app, EAP counselling, yearly flu vaccinations, and a variety of wellbeing activities to make your workday more enjoyable

How to Apply

Click Apply to begin your online application! To be considered for this role, you will need to attach your resume and a cover letter addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role.
Applications for this position close on 21st April 2024. Please submit your application as soon as possible as shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.

Need More Information? Please contact Terrie-Ann Bolger (Practice Manager – Men’s Behaviour Change Program) on 0430 061 ***.

About Us

CatholicCare Sydney is a leading not-for-profit agency providing care and support to people in Sydney across a wide range of social services: Children and families, relationships, ageing, disability, employment, mental health and youth programs. We are the official social services agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney.

At CatholicCare, we believe vaccination to be the best way to keep our people and our communities safe from Covid-19. We require all employees, volunteers and students to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a condition of engagement. CatholicCare requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check prior to employment and will also require a Working with Children Check.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.