• 35 Hours Full time, Contract (end date 30 June 2023) with possible extension
• Penrith location
• Pay range annually for Level 4 Paypoint 1 $77,584 to Paypoint 4 $83,479 plus 10.5% superannuation and Salary Sacrifice offered
• To be female is a genuine requirement for these positions under (Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977).

DV WEST OVERVIEW

Our services are provided by women, for women and children. We operate within a feminist framework and acknowledge that domestic violence is predominately gender-based. Our practice is evidence based and informed by 40 years of working with women’s lived experiences. We are an inclusive organisation for all woman-identifying people.

DV West is committed to empowering women and children by focusing on their strengths and exploring their hopes for the future. We prioritise the safety needs of women and children affected by domestic and family violence, and we advocate for creating non-violent communities. For more information about our work and values please visit our website: www.dvwest.org.au

ABOUT THE POSITION

DV West have vacant Domestic Violence Specialist positions in our Penrith service until 30 June 2023 (with potential for possible extension).

We are seeking workers who are skilled in providing specialist support and collaborative case management to women and their child(ren) who are survivors of domestic violence. The successful applicants will be supported to attend further training in using a domestic violence informed, trauma-informed and strength-based approach in their work.

DV West has an inclusive and supportive workplace culture, we pride ourselves on being a group of committed and skilled women, who partner with women who are experiencing domestic violence to achieve the best outcomes for them and their children.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Ability to work with Aboriginal and CALD women and children in a culturally sensitive way
• Understanding the drivers and gendered nature of violence against women
• Proven experience/ ability to provide case management providing direct support, assistance and advocacy for women and children
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, other services, and government agencies
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs
• Availability to participate on an on-call roster
• Current NSW drivers’ licence

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Current first aid certificate

EMPLOYMENT AS PER SCHADS AWARD

Based on 35 hours week pay range for Level 4 Paypoint 1 $77,584 to Paypoint 4 $83,479 plus 10.5% superannuation and Salary Sacrifice offered.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Confirmation of employment will be subject to candidate's possession of a Current Australian Drivers Licence, Working with Children Check, completed Australian Criminal History Check and provision of COVID-19 vaccination certificate, in line with the DV West COVID Business Continuity Plan, or valid medical exemption, to comply with DV West’s Work Health and Safety requirements.

Any further enquiries can be directed to Jo Campbell on 0447306379, or at [email protected] using the subject line: Domestic Violence Specialist Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs.