Bethany Community Support has been in operation for over 150 years and has supported individuals within the community through a number of programs. We have a broad range of programs which:

• Help build better relationships
• Support the education, wellbeing and safety of children
• Support women and children affected by family violence
• Assist men who use violence to become accountable for their behavior
• Provide disability services under the NDIS
• Assist people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
• Assist people experiencing financial stress and provide material aid
• Help those affected by problem gambling
• Support parents in their parenting role

About the role:

Bethany is excited to advertise for the role of Specialist Men’s Family Violence Intake - Team Leader. The core purpose of this role is to actively lead the intake response at the Barwon Support and Safety Hub and access points across the Barwon Area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Specialist Men’s Family Violence Intake service operation, including individual and team management, program implementation, monitoring and review.
• Manage all intake functions for male family violence perpetrators referred to the service including initial screening, triage, assessments, crisis response, service planning and targeted interventions.
• In conjunction with the Team Leader of the Specialist Men’s Services and Manager of Family Violence, coordinate the distribution, prioritisation and allocation of referrals to a specialist men’s family violence response or other appropriate service.
• Participate, develop and build capacity to promote the Barwon Support Safety Hub through community education activities and communication with partner agencies.

About you:

To be considered for this role you must have:

• A Graduate Certificate of Social Science - Male Family Violence or equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience in the specialist family violence field, particularly in provision of intake, risk assessment and case planning and in working with male perpetrators of family violence.
• Comprehensive understanding of the gendered nature of family violence and the impact for women, children and families.
• Minimum of 12 months experience in the supervision of staff.

What we offer

• A diverse and inclusive environment
• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary sacrificing
• Employee Assistance Program

In order to comply with mandatory Child Safety Standards, all employment is subject to a valid and current Police Check and Working with Children Check.

Bethany celebrates diversity and seeks to engage respectfully with people of diverse experiences and backgrounds.

A Position Description is attached.