Domestic Violence Outreach Worker

1 week ago

Albany, Western Australia Anglicare WA Full time $86,950 per year
  • Part-time (30 hrs per week), contract position until 30 June 2027
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Based in Katanning

Reach further with us

The Domestic Violence Advocacy Support Service (DVASS) is an outreach service providing support and advocacy to victim survivors of family and domestic violence, with the aim of breaking the cycle of violence and preventing homelessness. In this role, you'll ensure a quality service delivery and outcomes for women and children experiencing family and domestic violence through comprehensive case management, education programs and practical support.

This is a max term, part-time (30 hours per week) opportunity until 30 June 2027, based in Katanning.

What you will bring

You are a passionate and talented individual who is keen to learn new skills and driven to deliver a high-quality service.

You will have:

  • Qualification in Social Work, Psychology or related discipline (desirable), or relevant experience
  • Demonstrated experience in supporting individuals and families, preferably in respect to family and domestic violence and/or trauma
  • Demonstrated experience in family violence safety assessment and case management
  • Experience working in culturally safe and responsive ways with clients from Aboriginal and other diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Demonstrated conflict resolution, advocacy and negotiation skills

The successful candidate must possess a current National Police Clearance valid within one year.

Benefits

  • From $86,950 per annum (pro-rata) + 12% superannuation
  • In addition to your remuneration, you will enjoy generous tax-free salary packaging benefits where you can package up to $15,900 per annum and not pay tax on that amount.
  • Additional 3 days (pro-rata) leave a year.

Why join us?

At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work.  We are focused on strengths, believing in and amplifying the strength of people and communities.  We are fiercely inclusive, making sure everyone can belong. As trusted partners we are curious and creative, always looking for new ways to do better.  We are courageous and gutsy, tackling difficult issues, even when it's hard.

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Apply Now

If the opportunity excites you to develop your career in an organisation whose values align with yours then we want to hear from you.

To apply, please click on the apply buttonand follow the prompts attaching a current detailed resume and covering letter.

For further information please contact Sharon Bielby on or

Child Safe: Anglicare WA is organisation committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm.

Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

Uluru Statement from the Heart: Anglicare WA supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and is committed to walking alongside First Nations people in a movement of the Australian people for a better future.

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