Individual Child and Family Services Practitioner

Job No: 136851
Location: Lilydale

  • Are you passionate about supporting Aboriginal community members impacted by family violence?
  • Help improve safety, increase stability, and strengthen connection to Aboriginal culture, community and family networks
  • Enjoy a competitive remuneration plus super and salary packaging!

About the Organisation 

Established in 2006, Boorndawan Willam Aboriginal Healing Service (BWAHS) provides a range of services and programs to Aboriginal individuals and families who are experiencing, at risk of experiencing family violence, or use violence. Currently BWAHS is one of 4 Aboriginal specific state funded healing services in Victoria. 

BWAHS has skilled qualified staff and comprehensive experience with culturally safe delivery of child, youth and family services for Aboriginal people. They provide family violence risk assessment, safety planning, case co-ordination and support including referrals to the Risk Assessment Management Panel. They have developed an excellent record for providing high quality family violence and trauma informed Intensive Case Management, Integrated Family Services responses and evidence-based therapeutic programs to individuals and groups for a whole of family approach.

Boorndawan Willam, derives from the Wathaurong and Woiwurrung languages. Boorndawan (Wathaurong) meaning ‘safe’ and Willam (Woiwurrung) meaning ‘house’, combine to create a ‘safe house’. The healing service acknowledges the use of these words in the development of the organisations name. 

About the Opportunity

BWAHS is currently seeking a Family Services Practitioner to join their team on a full-time permanent basis, located in Croydon, Melbourne.

Reporting to the Family Violence Services Manager, you will be responsible for promoting healthy family functioning including safety from violence, overall safety, stability and the development of Aboriginal children.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 

  • Providing a culturally appropriate service to families referred to the Integrated Family Services Program;
  • Providing outreach case management and case coordination service to children, young people and their families;
  • Undertaking child and family assessments and planning processes based on Best Interest Principles;
  • Developing and maintaining positive relationships with Child FIRST, Child Protection and Family violence services; and
  • Managing your own caseload as required.

About You

To be considered for this role, you must have demonstrable experience working in family violence or a closely related sector, as well as relevant tertiary qualifications.

Notwithstanding this, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics and impact of family violence in Aboriginal families across the community, particularly as it relates to the cultural context of women, children and their families within the Community. 

As a confident communicator you will have the skills necessary to work both independently and as part of a small team, with a competent level of computer literacy.

Finally, you will need to demonstrate a practical understanding of State and Regional Aboriginal family violence strategies and frameworks, and either have knowledge of or be willing to learn about other relevant services, including Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and family violence agencies, that operate in the area.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the Benefits

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to join a passionate team and make a genuine difference in the lives of Aboriginal women, children and families who are impacted by family violence. 

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package commensurate with your skills and experience, plus salary packaging up to $15,999.

As a growing organisation, BWAHS offers fantastic job security, and is committed to investing in their staff, with ongoing training and professional development opportunities to help you excel in your role. 

Finally, you'll also benefit from a fantastic work/life balance, with flexible work arrangements to suit your needs.

 Please note: You will need to hold or be willing to obtain a current National Police Check and Working with Children Check. You will also need a current Driver's License.

 

For an opportunity to build relationships with families in the community while making a genuine difference in their lives - Apply Now!

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