First Response Case Worker

First Response Case Worker | Domestic and Family Violence | Chermside- Employment Term: Permanent full-time- Location: Chermside- Remuneration: $100k + super + NFP salary packaging of up to $15,900 and $2,650 for meals and entertainment

Make a meaningful difference with UnitingCare

At UnitingCare we are leaders in crisis response, the protection of vulnerable people and children, financial resilience and family wellbeing. Our FaDS (Family and Disability Services) team work passionately across Queensland to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

As a First Response Case Worker, you’ll be encouraged to grow, develop and feel empowered to make the everyday easier for the people we care so passionately about. Let’s make a meaningful difference, together

Your part in our UnitingCare team

We are currently seeking a motivated individual to join our team of dedicated First Response Case Workers to provide a holistic, trauma informed response to the needs of women and children residing in refuge to address issues relating to experiencing and or witnessing Domestic and Family Violence.

You will work intensively with families to address issues such as, but not limited to, risk and safety concerns, providing practical and emotional support, linking the families with relevant services to meet their needs and supporting the families to obtain safe and sustainable accommodation free from violence.
- Due to the inherent requirements of this programs delivery we require female representation from our Supported Accommodation team, as such we are currently looking for a Female Support Worker. To be a female is a genuine requirement for the position under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1997._

What makes a difference for us?

In addition to the above, you will also be required to have:
- Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Human Service related field- Qld Drivers Licence- Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
- Please ensure you include your resume, cover letter and selection criteria listed below_

1. Possession of a relevant tertiary qualification. Demonstrated skill and practical experience in working with children and families. Experience in the area of homelessness/supported accommodation is preferred but not essential.

2. Knowledge and understanding of the effects of crisis and domestic violence on women and children and homelessness for families; and the ability to respond effectively.

3. Demonstrated ability to provide both practical and emotional support to women and children with an understanding of family interaction and child development

4. Interpersonal and communication skills, that are consistent with strengths based approaches and ethical practice frameworks.

5. Demonstrated professional integrity, with respect to such matters as confidentiality and the best interests of the child.

6. Ability to maintain appropriate records and sound computing skills (including, ideally database skills).

7. Proven ability to work co-operatively within a multidisciplinary team in a complex human services environment.

For more information on this opportunity please contact Debbie Bruford, Service Leader Refuge - Supported Accommodation on 0413 122 361.

What makes a difference for you?
- At UnitingCare we are leaders in crisis response, the protection of vulnerable children, financial resilience and family wellbeing. Our Family and Child Services team work passionately across Queensland to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives._- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance- Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum- A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs- A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others- Eligible employees are entitled to 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme; for eligible employees.- Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events- Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

We’d love you to be part of our UnitingCare family

Our Family and Disability Services team are passionate about their work with parents to ensure children remain safe in the home and parents have the skills, resilience and capability to effectively parent and meet their children’s developmental, educational, health and well-being needs. We also provide targeted services to men who are seeking to change their