• 2 x full time, fixed term positions (12 months)
• We're looking for 2 Support Workers
  • KWP Support Worker based in Melton - SCHCADS Level 4, Pay Point 1 $85,126.08 pa
  • KWP Senior Support Worker based in Abbotsford SCHCADS Level 5, Pay Point 1 $97,377.28 pa
• Join a passionate, dedicated and committed team at Djirra that are making a difference

About the Organisation

Djirra is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation with over 20 years’ experience accompanying Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, and their children, on their individual journeys. We find solutions through Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women sharing their stories, journeys, and experiences. Djirra celebrates women’s strength and resilience.

We are committed to a future without family violence. We deliver holistic, culturally safe, specialist family violence support, legal services and case management, alongs97,377.28ide cultural and wellbeing workshops, and programs. Our services have state-wide reach, touching every part of Victoria to meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. Self-determination is the foundation of everything we do.

Djirra amplifies the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. We advocate for system-wide change to improve access to justice, eliminate systemic violence, and strengthen women’s resilience.

About the Roles

These positions will contribute to the provision and delivery of a culturally appropriate support service which assists Aboriginal women who are experiencing or at risk of family violence.

You will work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to identify their needs, provide immediate and short-term responses and information and support to be referred to Djirra services (e.g. such as material aid, case management, legal services and counselling), as well as referrals to external agencies. Where there are immediate family violence safety concerns, you will apply your experience and understanding of cultural and personal safety to identify risk, support warm referrals for a family violence risk assessment and develop immediate safety plans, in consultation with others in the Community Engagement Team.

The role as a Support Worker (Melton) will support the KWP Coordinator to build a culturally appropriate and safe environment for Aboriginal women to gather and to attend events, activities and programs aimed at empowering women with knowledge, friendship and support.

The role as a Senior Support Worker (Abbotsford) will support the KWP Coordinator to build a culturally appropriate and safe environment for Aboriginal women to gather and to attend events, activities and programs aimed at empowering women with knowledge, friendship and support. You will mentor the KWP Support Worker/s in your team, to build their confidence and capability in performing their roles.

You will coordinate and assist with the delivery of the KWP’s annual program of activities, both online and face to face ensuring that the activities run smoothly and connect with the cultural, social and personal interests of Aboriginal women.

You will be right for this job if you are an energetic person who enjoys group work and demonstrates warmth, humour and flexibility.

How to apply

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

To apply, please follow the Apply Now link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed application form.

Please do not hesitate to contact Rhiannon Smith, KWP Coordinator at [email protected] using the subject line: Koori Women's Place Support Workers x2 - Abbotsford / Melton enquiry via EthicalJobs for a confidential discussion if you would like further information.

Essential

• A Victorian Employees Working With Children's Check card
• Police Check
• Driver’s License
• Experience working in Aboriginal organisations and the community in roles requiring knowledge and intuitive skills to support Aboriginal women.

Desirable (for the Senior Support Worker)

• Experience in the family violence sector, preferably with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women will be highly regarded but is not essential.

• Tertiary qualifications in Community Services or related discipline will be highly regarded but are not essential.

• Attractive salary packaging options (including meals and entertainment)
• Generous leave provisions apply and annual leave loading
• Employee Assistance Program with supportive, confidential counselling for personal and work concern
• Collaborative and inclusive team
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

A position description is attached.