Family Violence Specialist
7 days ago
As a Community Support Specialist, you will be working in the heart of Peninsula Health, Hastings, Melbourne. Our team is dedicated to providing comprehensive services to women and children experiencing family violence.
This role plays a vital part in our multidisciplinary team at The Orange Door Safety and Support Hubs, bringing together various workforces and practices to create an integrated team and consolidated intake point in each Hub area.
Key responsibilities include delivering risk management and safety planning to clients who access The Orange Door, which involves screening and triage, assessment, crisis response, and service planning.
You will work closely with women, children, and families experiencing family violence, as well as individuals who use violence and those in need of support with child care and development.
The Orange Door has implemented a service system that focuses on supporting the safety and wellbeing of women, children, and families. Your expertise will be crucial in assessing risk posed by perpetrators and determining appropriate service provision, prioritizing referrals to family violence prevention programs and other relevant services.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A tertiary qualification in Social Work/Psychology/Social Science or related fields
- Qualifications must align with Mandatory Minimum Qualification Requirements for Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Recommendation 209)
- Experience in related fields across the Family Violence Sector
- Proven risk management and safety planning skills and familiarity with MARAM
- Familiarity with key underpinning legislation including the Privacy Act, Health Records Act, Children, Youth and Family Act, and Family Violence Act
- Demonstrated knowledge of No to Violence principles, standards, and practice
- Well-developed skills in working with complex clients, including de-escalation techniques, self-management, and reflective practice
- High-level verbal and written communication skills
This full-time position offers hybrid working options, attractive salary packaging options, and a supportive work environment.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, equity, and respect. Our team is dedicated to supporting individuals who experience family violence and ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
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