Family Violence Support Specialist

2 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeCaseManager Full time $72,000 - $86,400
Job Overview

The role of Practitioner - DFV Case Management provides case management for families engaged in the Domestic and Family Violence Supported Accommodation Program.

Key Responsibilities
  • Make initial contact with families who have experienced domestic and family violence following receipt of a referral, completing client intakes, including initial risk assessments and safety planning.
  • Provide ongoing case management for families housed through the supported accommodation program.
  • Support families to identify goals and immediate needs to increase safety, agency and autonomy and to sustain tenancy.
  • Work within Trauma Informed and Brief Solution Focused frameworks; advocating on behalf of clients, making referrals, providing psychoeducation and counselling, and other practical assistance as needed.
  • Participate in meetings and liaise with other local stakeholders, such as Child Safety, Corrections, Housing, QPS.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Social or Behavioural Science from a recognised institution, including eligibility for membership of APS, AASW, PACFA or ACA.
  • Understanding of the Domestic and Family Violence Act, Child Protection Act and Family Law Act, and the associated impacts on families.
  • Articulation of a well-developed practice framework for domestic and family violence and its nexus with child safety, family law and mental health.
  • Experience in intake, risk assessment, case management and referral pathways, crisis intervention, DVO assistance and safety planning.
  • Strong written work, including report writing, case notes, data collection and data entry; high computer literacy.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to advocate for clients' needs with other statutory organisations/departments.
  • Professionalism and integrity in working with clients, colleagues and community stakeholders.
  • Ability to support and work with diverse families with complex needs; availability for some after-hours work.
  • Understanding and experience of working within the housing sector regarding domestic and family violence; knowledge of working with complex family systems, high-acrimony environments, trauma, mental health, and related issues.
  • Knowledge, skills and experience in supporting families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Essential Requirements
  • Current Blue Card or eligibility to apply.
  • Current driver's licence.
  • Current Australian Federal Police Criminal History Check or willingness to obtain one.
  • Working rights in Australia.

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