• Leading community services organisation
• Salary packaging and competitive sector remuneration
• Make a difference in the lives of women and children impacted by family violence
• Permanent full time opportunity | Based at Dandenong

About the opportunity

The Family Violence Case Management Program is an 8 week intervention model based on risk and need. Delivering child-centred and family focused services, the program aims to address the impact and well-being for women and children who are experiencing family violence. 

As a Case Manager you will support children and families with:

• Initial and ongoing risk and needs assessments
• Family Action Plans and Safety Plans
• Intensive short term case management
• Determining their options and identifying relevant service pathways

View the full position description here

About you

To be successful in your application you will meet the person specification in the position description, including having a relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a related discipline.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated case management experience within the child, youth and family welfare sector
• A family-centered and strengths-based case practice approach
• An understanding of the dynamics of family violence and its impact on women and children
• Demonstrated understanding of a range of theoretical approaches relevant to working with children, young people and families, including the Common Risk Assessment Framework (CRAF) and the Best Interests Framework
• Strong organisational and time management skills

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, find out more about this role or apply today. Please upload the following as part of your application:

• Cover letter (outlining your suitability according to the position description)
• Current resume

You will also be asked to address key selection criteria questions on the application form.

Get in touch

Maria Gullaci – Team Leader, Family Violence Services
T: (03) 8792 8999

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Visit us: unitingvictas.org.au 

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

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