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Domestic Violence Specialist Worker

2 months ago


Central Coast Council, Australia CatholicCare Diocese Of Broken Bay Full time
About the Role

CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Domestic Violence Specialist Worker to join our team. As part of our Safer Pathways Program, you will play a critical role in providing support to male victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Respond to referrals and utilise a person-centred approach to build trust and engagement in the program.
  • Triage referrals and provide case coordination and/or case management.
  • Deliver high-quality case coordination and case management, working with participants in a capacity-building approach.
  • Provide holistic assessment, purposeful case planning, and trauma-informed casework in partnership with participants and significant people to develop strengths-based, person-centred safety plans.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships and networks with key stakeholders to ensure effective service referral pathways.
  • Develop policies, procedures, practice guides, data management, and reports as required.
Requirements
  • Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, or Diploma with 2+ years demonstrated experience in a relevant field.
  • Demonstrated experience working with and engaging with men.
  • Knowledge of current Child Protection, Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act 2007; Plain English ADVO and other relevant legislation.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice response to domestic violence, including use of exclusion orders, Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVO)/Apprehended Personal Violence Orders (APVO) applications, criminal prosecutions, and related legal matters.
  • Knowledge of and ability to work effectively with Police, Courts, SAMS meetings, DCJ, Justice, Women's Domestic Violence Court Assistant Scheme, and interpreter services.
  • High level of understanding around primary aggressor and coercive control.
  • Strong networking and advocacy skills, case planning, and note-taking.
About Us

CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay is a safe, respectful, and inclusive employer. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their cultural background, gender, faith, or disability. We will accommodate any reasonable requests to support you to thrive during the recruitment process and beyond.