Family Support Specialist

Help us do our part to change the reality of _domestic and family violence_ 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 may be able to negotiate working arrangements around the other important needs in your life._
- **_Genuine Investment_**_ - In all members of our team, personally and professionally; caring culture creates innovative practitioners who feel valued. Individual professional development packages are available for all staff members. _
- **_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. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to relocate to kick-start their career._

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

A place where your purpose matters. Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we're here to make sure that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity.

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.

It takes all types of personalities and talents to drive our organisation
- yours included. We value a healthy work-life balance and ensure our people feel connected to each other and our impact. Learn from inspiring people and grow from a connection to our strong local and global networks. From our programs to our support services - this is the place to realise your purpose.

**A place to make a difference**:
In this part time, permanent role (ideally 3 days per week*) based in Toowoomba, you'll 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. The role attracts some mínimal rostered on-call responsibilities. As part of our Ada's Haven DFV Refuge and Outreach Program, you'll report to our Team Leader.
- Ideally, you would be available to work Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. There may also be capacity to increase your working days in this role in future, if preferred.
- You will make a difference 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 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

**A place to feel valued**:

- Bringing your best every day means having:_
- 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 driver's licence
- It is a genuine requirement of this position that it be filled by a woman as permitted in sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1991._

**Note: In order to ensure job shadowing can take place, the successful applicant will ideally commence in the role during December.**

**A place to belong**:
54 reasons is proudly part of Save the Children Australia. We are a learning organisation that invests in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is approximately 1100 people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs.

It takes all types of people to do the challenging work we do. We are diverse personalities, backgrounds and talents, embracing our differences as one strong and united team. We see and celebrate the unique value you bring to our organisation, and offer a range of rewards for your effort, including:

- Award rate salary (Level 4.1 - $43.08 an hour) plus penalty rates as appropriate, and full salary packaging benefits (use this link to see how much this benefit could mean to you)
- Extra leave to use in a range of ways to ensure you're able to perform at your optimum
- Internal employment and development opportunities
- Supportive Managers - we provide professional supervision training and monthly supervision sessions so you can feel supported and build a career at Save
- Support for workplac