Domestic Violence Worker (Court Support)
Job No:
107353
Location:
Mossman
- Are you a Psychologist, Social Worker, Counsellor or Community Welfare Worker looking for your next career opportunity?
- Take on this rewarding part-time position (0.8 FTE) providing crisis intervention, counselling services and court assistance to persons affected by domestic and family violence
- Attractive remuneration circa $55,784 - $60,642 plus super, commensurate with your skills and experience
- Enjoy significant leave loading, professional development and salary sacrifice options to increase your take-home pay!
About the Organisation
Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service Inc. (CRDVS) is a not-for-profit organisation with the aim to prevent domestic and family violence in the community and to empower those affected by it.
CRDVS provides a range of comprehensive and client centred quality services to people who have experienced and/or are experiencing domestic violence, including adult and child counselling, advocacy and court support and training.
With a vision to bring domestic violence to an end, the service is staffed by a close-knit team of qualified professionals with a commitment to treating all clients with respect and transparency at all times.
About the Opportunity
CRDVS now has a rewarding opportunity for a passionate and organised Domestic Violence Worker (Court Support) to join their team in Mossman, Far North Queensland on a part-time 0.8 FTE basis (30 hours per week).
Reporting to the Senior Practitioner, you will primarily be responsible for attending court, leading court team meetings, networking with other court services organisations and ensuring all court paperwork is maintained.
Your day to day responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Providing effective crisis intervention including intake and risk assessment, information and referral, crisis counselling and case management of clients, and assistance with protection order applications;
- Leading DV Court Team Briefing meetings to provide information and general assistance to other CRDVS staff in relation to CRDVS assisted protection order applications;
- Assisting staff at Mossman DV Court by providing information, referral and general assistance in relation to protection orders and assisting judicial officers, court staff and police officers with other court duties; and
- Exercising initiative to maintain and further develop links, cooperation and networks with other organisations to provide effective services and improve coordination of service responses.
For a full description of the role and responsibilities, please view the position description here.
About You
To be considered for this position you must hold tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Community Welfare or a related social science discipline.
Recent graduates or current students who are close to finishing their degree are encouraged to apply, however, must possess experience in the domestic / family violence space, ideally within a specialist service.
CRDVS is looking for individuals who are skilled at multitasking and able to effectively manage competing priorities. You will be extremely organised, with strong attention to detail and exceptional communication skills. The ability to negotiate will be crucial, as will the ability to advocate for clients while also being respectful of the court at all times.
Due to the nature of the role, it is essential you have a high level of resilience and a passion for working to end domestic and family violence. While not mandatory, candidates who have specific DV experience and are comfortable working across multiple service delivery models will be highly regarded.
Please note: Before commencing, you must hold a current, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence, a current Working with Children Card and a current Police Criminal History Check.
People from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, as well as Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, are encouraged to apply.
About the Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door, do meaningful work and grow a long term career with a well-respected organisation!
Upon joining CRDVS you will be welcomed into a close-knit team of like-minded professionals who are passionate about what they do and support each other to get the best possible results for their clients. With the services being brand new, this is an exciting time to join the organisation and help set these sites up for future success.
A competitive remuneration is on offer, negotiable with skills and experience. This will be made up of an annual salary circa $55,784 - $60,642 plus super and leave loading. You will also have the ability to further increase your take-home pay with salary sacrificing options.
You will be given fantastic training and professional development opportunities, with the organisation investing in the people they bring on board to improve their skillset and give them the best possible chance of success. A small annual budget for professional development is also on offer.
If you are passionate about helping people affected by domestic or family violence, don't hesitate - Apply Now!