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4 weeks ago
We are seeking an experienced Domestic Violence Specialist Worker to join our Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (WDVCAS) in the Artarmon office.
This is a fixed-term contract until 30 June 2025 and will require some travel between sites to meet clients' needs.
The successful incumbent will provide high-level advice to clients referred to WDVCAS in a timely and appropriate manner, ensuring the program is relevant, accessible, and responsive to women and children experiencing or at risk of domestic and family violence.
Key Responsibilities- Contacting clients referred to WDVCAS in a timely and appropriate manner, conducting a threat assessment to ascertain their current risk status, and undertaking safety planning to address a client's immediate safety needs.
- Liaising with the SAM Coordinator to ensure all clients assessed as 'at serious threat' are placed on the agenda for the next SAM when necessary.
- Accepting electronic referrals from the Central Referral Point and non-electronic referrals direct from government agencies and non-government services.
- Assisting the SAM Coordinator to develop and administer policies, systems, and processes for the effective operation of WDVCAS and SAMs.
- Attending court days as required to provide information, assistance, and court advocacy for clients.
- Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with key partners, including NSW Police Force, Local Courts, legal representatives, and referral agencies.
CatholicCare provides a range of services to assist women and children experiencing domestic and family violence. We assist all women, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds, older women, women in same-sex relationships, Aboriginal women, and women who are isolated.
We also provide responses to fathers who have caused harm to their family through violence or the use of coercive controlling behaviors.
What We Offer- Salary packaging benefits to receive a portion of your salary tax-free.
- A focus on employee well-being, with regular reflective/practice supervision opportunities.
- Access to training and learning opportunities.
- An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.
- An additional paid leave day (CatholicCare Day) to be taken at the end of the year.
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