Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 13th Aug 2020
At Save the Children, we want all families to have the opportunity thrive in a life free from violence. In this varied and challenging role in our Domestic and Family Violence program in Normanton, you'll work directly with those impacted. We need you to prioritise victim safety and help give children the chance to thrive.
We're ambitious, creative and outspoken. We stand up for children's rights. We want all children to be educated, healthy and live a life free from violence. We've been working with families and communities in Queensland as a trusted support for children for nearly 70 years. More information on our work in Queensland is available here.
In this full-time, maximum term position (through to December 2021) based in Normanton, you'll support the needs of people who have experienced, or are at risk of experiencing, domestic and family violence or sexual violence. You'll be part of the Domestic and Family Violence Services team and report to the Team Leader based in Mount Isa.
You will make an impact by:
… You're committed to the purpose and values of Save the Children and you genuinely want to make a positive impact within the community. Your cultural awareness and knowledge, coupled with your connections and familiarity with existing services, will see you connect clients with the services and assistance that they need. You'll be flexible in your approach and committed to driving the best possible outcome.
This role requires:
It's the feeling of knowing that your work is contributing to making the world a better place for children and working with others who feel the same. What we offer you:
We'd love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on one of the buttons in the 'Apply' section.
Position Description - DFV and Court Support Worker
If you have further questions, please call Dea Bickey on 0429 594 125 or email: [email protected] using the subject line: Domestic Family Violence & Court Support Worker - Normanton enquiry via EthicalJobs.
Or pop in and visit us at our Mt Isa office: Overlander Shopping Centre, 121 Marian St, Mount Isa QLD 4825
At Save the Children, we seek a workforce that is as diverse as our society - in race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs - and reflects the communities we work in. We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and core values and we demonstrate this commitment through all our employment practices.
Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check where necessary, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
Save the Children Australia supports the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. If you are successful in your application, we will request consent to access HR held information pertaining to your last 5 years of employment. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.