Victim Support Worker - Family Violence Practitioner East Melbourne Metro

Windermere is a community services organisation working for those with varied and complex needs, and we truly believe that everyone is someone in our community. For over 150 years we’ve worked across Victoria predominantly in the southeast and recently expanded our high-quality Victim Assist Program across many new locations. We have a hybrid opportunity to support consumers in the Eastern suburbs, from our Box Hill office location and working from home.

Join us at Windermere. Where we make the effort to understand every individual employee, what matters to them and recognise the value that each person contributes. Empowering them to grow and work in ways that bring out their whole and best self.

We celebrate our diverse range of perspectives, people and ideas and there has never been a better time to join!

The Team

Our dedicated Victim Assistance Programassists individuals with their management of the impact of crime. Through the provision of consumer focussed case management services, we promote recovery and minimise secondary victimisation sometimes experienced in the criminal justice systems. We are experts in this space and on the verge of expansion - we currently support 3,000 consumers each year and this will grow as we expand into new regions.

The Opportunity

This role includes responding directly to victim survivors, building FV capacity across the Victims Assistance program, and undertaking community engagement and education activities. It aims to support best practice, and you will provide consultation and support to VAP team members as required, building their confidence and capability through your excellent practice skills.

You will provide information and advice to victim survivors, assist them to navigate the justice system, and refer to specialist services as required. You will also liaise with other victim services including Family Violence and Sexual Assault Services.

Success will be achieved when victim survivors feel empowered, receive a tailored service according to their goals and focused on their individual safety and recovery.

A Driver Licence is essential as you’ll provide both outreach and remote services to your consumers.

At least 3 years’ experience with Family Violence is required!

Staff Benefits Galore

This is where we stand out from the crowd! Windermere offers staff a wide range of unique benefits beyond the salary!

• Work from home, in the office and on location
• Gifted days off (between Christmas and New Year)
• Above Award Personal Leave and 17.5% annual leave loading
• Employee Referral Program of $500
• Flexible Leave Scheme (50/52)
• Opportunities for professional development
• Generous salary packaging up to $15,800 per year (+ additional $2,650 meals and entertainment)
• Staff discount program for everyday items
• Rostered Days Off

Many organisations talk about work-life balance and employee wellbeing, but at Windermere we deliver!

Workplace Culture at our Core

Our 5 core values are more than just words, the Windermere people share a dedication and responsibility for bringing them to life. Together we are embracing our Welcoming and Inclusion Strategy 2021 to 2024 and creating a thriving workplace culture.

Windermere care about staff and strive for continuous improvement, which is why we regularly ask our staff and consumers about what we can do better. In our latest staff survey 95% of respondants said they are "happy to tell their family and friends they work at Windermere" and 95% agree "staff are welcome regardless of age, cultural background, race, religion, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation".

Key Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Social Welfare or relevant equivalent (meeting the minimum requirements for working as a Family Violence specialist)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience within the community sector, preferably in a trauma related field.
• Case management, intake and assessment experience, with a particular focus on Family Violence
• Risk identification and management capability, including experience and expertise with the MARAM framework.
• Capability to engage in community engagement and secondary consultation.
• Ability to provide tailored support to victims of crime from diverse backgrounds and communities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to promote and support practices that are inclusive, culturally responsive, safe and accessible.
• Current Victorian Drivers’ Licence.
• Willingness to undertake relevant pre-employment screening and checks.
• Right to Work in Australia e.g. Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Visa holder with full working rights

Personal Attributes

• Motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about social justice.
• Self-discipline – able to maintain a consistent and appropriate pattern of behavior under pressure. Is able to recognise own limitations and works with others to ensure plans are achieved.
• Self-confidence - trusting of own abilities. Seeks feedback as appropriate.
• Relationship Building – establishes and maintains relationships at all levels. Builds and maintains strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Teamwork –Demonstrates consideration, concern, and respect for others. Collaborative with strong interpersonal skills.

If this job excites you, then click the “Apply” button to view the detailed Position Description and submit your application. Please also ensure you address the Key Selection Criteria in your application letter.

If you require any specific access adjustments or support within the Windermere recruitment, interview or onboarding process please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist via phone +613 8794 1*** or email *************@windermere.org.au

Windermere is committed to equity & equality for consumers and employees, this by building diverse and inclusive services and work environments, where all peoples from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, CALD, LGBTIQ+ Communities and those living with disability will know and feel accepted, affirmed, safe and celebrated. Windermere is delivering this through the continued development and implementation of our Welcoming and Inclusion Strategy 2021 to 2024 as we seek to provide a diverse workforce at all levels.

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