Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Domestic Violence Specialist Worker

12 hours ago

Penrith Municipality, Australia DV West Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

Culturally & Linguistically Diverse

Domestic Violence Specialist Worker

35 Hours Per Week - Penrith NSW

AGENCY OVERVIEW

DV West provides a holistic response to women and children who are experiencing domestic and family violence and related homelessness. Our organisation works to prevent and respond to domestic violence through education and evidence-based programs and services. We utilise the principles of empowerment and self-determination to support and advocate for women and children to live lives free from inequality and violence. DV West works across the Penrith/Nepean/Blue Mountains/Blacktown/Hills and Hawkesbury districts.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

We are seeking a Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Domestic Violence Specialist Worker, on a full-time basis, who is skilled in providing support and collaborative case management to women and their child(ren) from Culturally & Linguistically Diverse backgrounds who are impacted by domestic and family violence. The successful applicant will be supported to attend further training to deliver specialist DV support using a domestic violence informed, trauma-informed and strength-based approach in their work.

DV West has an inclusive and supportive workplace culture, we pride ourselves on being a group of committed and skilled women, who partner with women who are experiencing domestic violence to achieve the best outcomes for them and their children.

ESSENTIAL

· Understanding the drivers and gendered nature of violence against women and willingness to be trained in a DV Specialist role

· Experience in providing case management, assistance and advocacy for women and children from Culturally Linguistically Diverse backgrounds

· Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, other services, and government agencies

· Strong understanding of referral pathways across government and community supports.

· Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs

· Availability to participate on an on-call roster

· Current NSW drivers' licence

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

· Experience working with women and children in a culturally responsive and trauma informed way.

· Experience in Domestic/Family Violence sector

· Current first aid certificate

· Understanding or experience in the Safe and Together Model

Employment as per SCHCADS Award plus 12% superannuation and Salary Sacrifice offered.To be female is a genuine requirement for these positions under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Submit your application by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Please include:

· Your most recent CV outlining your skills, experience and achievements with contact details of 2 referees.

· A cover letter that addresses individually each of the Essential Criteria set out above.

Applications close 21st November 2025

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Vanessa on or on via phone on

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