Crossway LifeCare is well established as part of the Crossway community at Crossway’s original Burwood East campus in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. With approximately 35 staff and a strong base of nearly 120 volunteers, our range of four integrated services provide wrap-around support: Counselling, Family Violence Programs, COACH Mentoring and Community Connections.

Crossway LifeCare's vision is to see people in tough places flourish. As a local community services organisation centred on Christian foundations, we are motivated to champion God’s priority for the wellbeing of poor and vulnerable people in society. We are an outward expression of the church, responding in faith to provide integrated services to those who are disadvantaged or otherwise facing significant life challenges. If this describes you, we would love you to apply.

About the Role:

This role provides support to people affected by family violence through Crossway LifeCare's Family Violence Programs (FVP). The Case Worker will work alongside a small team primarily offering post-crisis support to women and children who have experienced family violence. The key responsibilities include processing referrals, completing intake assessments and providing case management support. This is a 3.5 day per week position (FTE 0.7). Location is primarily in Box Hill and occasionally Burwood East.

Key Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Provide client support and case management
• Process referrals and enquiries for Family Violence Programs and complete intake assessments
• Contribute to the safety culture, complying with policies and procedures and supporting the team

Qualifications, Skills and Experience needed:

• Social Work qualification
• Experience supporting people who have experienced trauma, preferably victim-survivors of family violence
• Able to pass a National Criminal Check
• Have or are eligible for a Working with Children's Check

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