Family Support Specialist

Every person has the right to live in safety, and yet domestic and family violence is a regular occurrence in Australia. _Help us do our part to change this reality in Toowoomba_. _54 reasons is one of the largest providers of DFV refuge services in Queensland - be part of this dynamic network of teams working together to deliver high quality support. In return, our Team and wider organisation can offer you:_
- **_Flexibility and Inclusivity - _**_We prioritise work-life balance and are able to negotiate working arrangements around the other important needs if your life._
- **_Genuine Investment_**_ - In all members of our team, personally and professionally; caring culture creates innovative practitioners who feel valued._
- **_Support and opportunities to become a specialist in the field_**_ - capped caseloads to refine intensive skills and allow success for families experiencing the impacts of DFV._

**54 reasons** is Australia’s leading child rights organisation - no ordinary not-for-profit.**

Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that everyone understands their rights. So that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity.

We champion the children, young people and families we work with. We are inspired by the curiosity and creativity of children and motivated by the love of those who care for them.

With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers, advocating with them so that children develop, learn, and are connected, safe and confident. Our people are proudly local, reflective of the communities we serve - in every state and territory, and across regions, remote areas and capital cities.

**Where you come in**:
In this permanent role, we will have the opportunity to negotiate working days and hours for the right applicant. Ideally, the preferred working arrangement would include full time hours Monday - Friday, however there is the option to negotiate some reduced working days for the right applicant.

This role is based in Toowoomba, where you will work within a team to provide case management and safety planning support to women and children who are escaping or experiencing domestic violence, within the refuge accommodation program. Please note: the role attracts some mínimal rostered on-call responsibilities for all staff members.

As part of our Ada’s Haven DFV Refuge and Outreach Program, you’ll report to our Team Leader.
- We are looking for the right fit for our team and shared values are considered as high importance. If you feel that you meet some of the criteria, but not all and feel as though you could be the right match for the team, organisation and service, please get in touch to discuss this opportunity._
- You will make an impact by: _
- Facilitating the provision of safe accommodation to women and children escaping domestic and family violence.
- Conducting thorough risk and needs assessments, within a trauma informed, Safe and Together case management framework.
- Working with families to source appropriate, safe and sustainable accommodation free from violence and/or connecting families with services to meet their needs.
- Work collaboratively with a team of specialists to provide best-practice, integrated responses to DFV.

**Does this sound like you?**
- This role requires: _
- A Bachelor/Diploma of Social Work, Psychology or relevant Human Service Qualification and/or significant experience in a similar service
- Knowledge and understanding of domestic and family violence, including the impact on children
- Experience working with families from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Current drivers’ licence

**Working at 54 reasons is more than just a job.**

We are a learning organisation that invests in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is approximately 600 people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs.

We are creative, connected and accountable, bringing energy, guts and ideas to all we do to champion children in Australia and partner with families, communities and partners to bring about change.

Our people work from both home and office, with important moments held in-person to foster belonging and support professional development. Our leave provisions include personal, ceremonial and family violence leave as well as the ability to purchase additional leave.

Other benefits include:

- Award rate salary (Level 4 - $41.52 per hour), plus full salary packaging benefits - use this link to see how much this benefit could mean to you
- 3 days (pro rata) of gifted festive leave between Christmas and New Year, in addition to regular leave benefits
- Health and wellbeing support, including EAP and professional supervision, as well as internal networks to support our diverse workforce
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