Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 7th May 2021
Sutherland Shire Family Services (SSFS) SSFS is a not-for-profit organisation which aims to support and strengthen the capacity of families within our community by providing programs and services designed to contribute to the promotion and maintenance of safety and well-being amongst all family members.
The Domestic Violence Caseworker provides high quality casework to Families and Children who are experiencing Domestic and/or Family Violence in accordance with the SSFS model of care and in alignment with the business and strategic plans of the organisation. The Domestic Violence Caseworker is responsible for managing a caseload of clients, provision of casework, group programs and therapeutic programs for children and families. The Domestic Violence Caseworker is required to maintain accurate client records and work within SSFS’s Policy and Procedures. The Domestic Violence Specialist is also required to contribute to the ongoing evidence based program enhancement.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Essential:
1. Tertiary qualifications in Social Work or relevant degree.
2. Detailed knowledge and understanding of Domestic and Family Violence.
3. Demonstrated experience providing casework support children and families.
4. Understanding of and ability to work from a trauma informed practice model and utilise therapeutic approaches.
5. Excellent organisation and administration skills and the ability to accurately maintain client files.
6. Ability to utilise outcomes and evidence to refine develop and refine service delivery.
7. High level experience utilising various IT applications.
8. Excellent communication skills with the ability promote SSFS services externally include to the community, government and private organisations.
9. Ability to work within SSFS’s policies and procedures.
Desirable:
10. Trained to deliver evidence based parenting programs.
11. Drivers licence
The successful applicant will benefit from working for a supportive organisation. Remuneration will be SCHADS award level 5.1, with excellent ongoing professional development opportunities and availability of salary sacrifice options.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact 9528 2933.