Domestic Violence Specialist Worker

4 weeks ago

Northern Beaches Council, Australia CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay Full time
About the Role

We are seeking experienced Domestic Violence Specialist Workers to join our Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (WDVCAS) in the Artarmon office. The successful candidates will provide high-level advice to clients referred to WDVCAS, ensuring the program is relevant, accessible, and responsive to women and children experiencing or at risk of domestic and family violence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contact clients in a timely and appropriate manner, conducting threat assessments and undertaking safety planning to address immediate safety needs.
  • Liaise with the SAM Coordinator to ensure clients assessed as 'at serious threat' are placed on the agenda for the next SAM when necessary.
  • Accept electronic referrals from the Central Referral Point and non-electronic referrals from government agencies and non-government services.
  • Assist the SAM Coordinator in developing and administering policies, systems, and processes for the effective operation of WDVCAS and SAMs.
  • Attend court days as required to provide information, assistance, and court advocacy for clients.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key partners, including NSW Police Force, Local Courts, legal representatives, and referral agencies.
Requirements
  • Demonstrated understanding of domestic and family violence, its complexities, and consequences.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice response to domestic violence and other related issues.
  • Strong ability to engage effectively with clients in crisis and provide appropriate, trauma-informed support.
  • Ability to deliver services in accordance with the WDVCAP model of service delivery outlined in the WDVCAP Service Agreement.
  • Ability to work with the local community to promote awareness of domestic and family violence and WDVCAS service.
  • Excellent networking and communication skills.
  • Great organisational and administrative skills.
  • Current NSW Driver's License and access to an insured vehicle.
About Us

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. CatholicCare also provides responses to fathers who have caused harm to their family through violence or the use of coercive controlling behaviours.

We offer a range of services, including women's domestic violence court advocacy service, staying home leaving violence program, safe homes, after-hours response team, specialist housing and homeless services, multi-systemic therapy for child abuse and neglect, support groups for women, casework support, and working with men.

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

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide a cover letter addressing the role requirements and submit your resume. We will be in touch to discuss your application.

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