AddressIt is a requirement that this position is filled by a woman, as under s113 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, sex is a genuine occupational requirement.
Aim of the Service
Sera’s Women’s Shelter is a feminist organisation based on feminist values and principles of practice. The aim of the service is the provision of safe, secure, and appropriate accommodation for all women and children escaping domestic violence by providing support and resources to empower women to move towards independent living.
Purpose of the Position
Recognising the effects of domestic violence on women and children, provide culturally appropriate support, and enable the woman to meet her needs for safety and long-term goal setting.
This position consists of both on the premises and on call work.
Salary and Benefits
- SCHADS Level 4
- Salary packaging options up to $15,900 greatly increasing your take home pay
- Monday to Thursday working week
- External professional supervision
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual flu injections
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Within the parameters of best practice in case management and crisis support: manage the day-to-day effective running of Sera’s Crisis Accommodation Service, undertaking the daily tasks required in a residential and crisis accommodation setting, and prioritise the needs of the residents in terms of safety and meeting their goals;
- Provide crisis counselling and appropriate referrals to link women into relevant community resources available to meet their practical needs and resolve their concerns;
- Conduct evidence-based risk assessments within the context of Domestic and Family Violence including completing safety planning;
- Understanding of the Domestic and Family Violence Practice Principles and information sharing guidelines within a feminist framework;
- Maintain up to date and confidential records for all residents that include ethical and accurate case noting, as well as completing and collating individual statistics;
- Participate in an on-call roster to provide a 24-hour service;
- Undertake other tasks as requested by the Coordinator or Team Leader to ensure operational requirements;
- Where appropriate, undertake professional supervision of Social Work and Community Welfare students from the University and TAFE.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Possession of, or working towards a degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services (demonstrated experience working with women in the domestic and family violence field will also be considered).
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the effects of domestic violence on women and children from a feminist perspective.
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (Domestic and Family Violence Act 2012, Child Protection Act 1999), Common Risk Assessment Framework and DFV Information Sharing Guidelines.
- Demonstrated crisis intervention, case management, and trauma-informed practice skills;
- Experience in working with women from Indigenous and other cultural backgrounds;
- Ability to work both independently and co-operatively within a team environment;
- Sound knowledge, or ability to acquire knowledge of local community organisations and demonstrated networking skills;
- Good written and oral communication skills;
- Possession of a current driver’s licence;
- Positive Notice or ability to acquire Positive Notice of a Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
Applicants MUST address the SELECTION CRITERIA and JOB DESCRIPTION.
Please forward this with a current resume and two (2) current professional references to *****@serasws.org.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, and women from a CALD background are encouraged to apply.
Applications will be accepted until Monday 27th May 2024.
