Specialist FV Advisor

Employment Type:
Part-time 0.6EFT

Hours:
Weekday's (3 days a week Negotiable) / 48 hour fortnight.

Location:
Saltwater Clinic, Footscray / cross site.

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Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications

Contact:
Di Martin, ,

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For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that's gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere.

As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you'll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere.

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About the opportunity
The Family Violence Coordinator (FVC) provides organisational leadership, advocacy and oversight of the family violence strategy across the mental health program and in line with Mercy Hospitals Victoria Limited (MHVL) Strengthening Hospitals Response to Family Violence (SHRFV) and Child safe requirements.

• This position is responsible for collaborating with similar roles within MHVL, and external drug and alcohol and family violence services. This position is responsible for the development of shared casework models and resourcing along with representation on Risk Assessment and Management Panels and other multi agency risk management models at a local level.
• The FVC uses their knowledge and expertise of the family violence sector to assist staff at MMH program, to navigate the specialist family violence service systems, provide information on best practice and ensure that appropriate policy and governance frameworks are in place.
• The FVC is required to maintain an in-depth knowledge of the specialist family violence support services in the local area and the eligibility requirements for such services including Support and Safety Hubs as they are established. The FVC engages with key stakeholders within MHVL and the local community to develop good partnerships and elevate the practice of identifying and responding to family violence for victims/survivors and perpetrators of family violence

What you'll bring
You're resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

Qualifications:

• Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse with successful completion of a specialist undergraduate psychiatric nursing program or a Post graduate Psychiatric/mental health nursing qualification or
• An approved degree in Psychology and registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist with endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist or
• An approved degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist or
• An approved degree in Social Work and eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers and
• A current Full Victorian Driver's License and ability to drive a work vehicle

Desirable:

• Formal qualification in project and change management and or Post Graduate Qualification in Family Violence or Family Therapy
• Experience working in family violence with a good knowledge of the clinical mental health sector

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
• A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management.
• The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:

• A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.
• Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.

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