Domestic Violence Worker (Intake & Assessment)

• Make a difference in the lives of people affected by domestic violence and join our supportive team!
• Attractive remuneration in line with SCHADS award level 4, circa $82,000 - $88,277 pro-rata PLUS super, PLUS salary sacrificing up to $15,900!
• No after-hours work required in this 0.8 FTE role!

About the Organisation

Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service Inc. (CRDVS) aims to use its specialist knowledge and skills to prevent domestic and family violence in the community and empower those affected by it. 

CRDVS's vision is "Making a difference – bringing domestic and family violence to an end". We seek to do this by providing a confidential, comprehensive, and client-centred quality service to all vulnerable clients free of charge. CRDVS at all times strives to uphold high levels of professionalism and accountability.

How You'll Make a Difference

Due to internal movement, we are now looking for a part-time Domestic Violence Worker (Intake and Assessment) based in Mareeba, QLD.

This position is primarily responsible for providing confidential intake and risk assessment services, reporting to the Senior Practitioner, and ensuring that victims receive timely support and assistance.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing telephone and front counter information intake
• Conducting risk assessments and making referrals as required
• Assisting with Domestic Violence Protection Order applications
• Offering crisis counselling and support at Mareeba Domestic Violence Court
• Developing and maintaining professional and client resources
• Participating in community education and interagency cooperation
• Undertaking administrative tasks and maintaining confidential records
• Engaging in regular supervision and professional development

To read the full position description, please click here. 

What You'll Bring to the Team

To qualify, you will need a degree in psychology, social work, community welfare, or a related social science qualification. Experience in a role directly dealing with crisis intervention or domestic violence services will also be highly regarded but not essential. If you are currently working towards a relevant degree, significant experience in crisis intervention or domestic violence services will be required for you to be successful. 

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of domestic and family violence legislation
• Ability to rapidly acquire new knowledge and skills in a dynamic environment

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong interpersonal skills that enable you to work effectively within a team and communicate clearly and empathetically with diverse groups. You should also have the resilience and adaptability needed to handle challenging and high-stress situations with professionalism.

This is a critical role where your contributions will directly impact the lives of individuals seeking help in dire situations. We are looking for a compassionate, dedicated professional who is committed to advocating for and supporting victims of domestic violence.

Please Note: All applicants must hold (or obtain) a current C Class driver's licence, a Working With Children Card and a formal police criminal history check.

Be Rewarded

Our organisation is proud of its close-knit team culture and low staff turnover, indicative of not just how personally rewarding our work is, but also the high level of support that we enjoy.

If you are looking for a meaningful and personally satisfying role, this is it! CRDVS offers a supportive and flexible workplace with a team of professionals that are passionately devoted to ending domestic violence in the community. 

You'll also have flexibility within our standard office hours and no after-hours or overnights!

Our successful applicant will be rewarded with an attractive salary in-line with SCHADS level 4 circa $82,000 - $88,277 plus super, annual leave loading, and the opportunity to increase your take-home pay with salary sacrificing up to $15,900.

This is your chance to help support people who have experienced domestic & family violence. Make a genuine difference - Apply Now!