Sexual Violence Prevention And Education Officer

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Job Title: Sexual Violence Prevention and Education Officer (GVCASA)

Employment Type: Fixed Term Full Time until September

Hours per Fortnight: 80

Classification: Qualified Social Worker Grade 1, Year 1-4 (SC12-SC15)

Location: Nixon Street

Closing date: 14/10/2025

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About the Role:

Located within the newly launched Shepparton Multidisciplinary Centre (MDC), Trauma Informed Services holds responsibility for the development of systems and services across GV Health that strengthen co-ordination of preventative, early intervention, therapeutic and advocacy responses to victims of interpersonal violence, including family violence, child abuse, elder abuse; and sexual assault services provided through Goulburn Valley Centre Against Sexual Assault (GVCASA).

Working from a trauma informed practice framework and with an intersectional lens, the Sexual Violence Prevention and Education Officer's (SVPEO) primary role is to work collaboratively with the broader team and contribute to an integrated approach to service delivery. The role will participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of primary, secondary and tertiary prevention and education initiatives, short term early and brief intervention groups and resource development. This role will work closely with the Trauma Informed Services Education Coordinator to implement the GVCASA Education Plan and Strategy and other related projects.

The SVPEO role is a one year fixed term position funded under the Australian Government Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence National Partnership Agreement NPA), is open to applicants new to the Sexual Assault Support Services sector and includes funded best practice professional development and training opportunities.

Position Description:

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'

Why work at GV Health?

• Free

to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community * Generous
, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships * Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance

• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request.

GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.

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