Illawarra Multicultural Services is a Not-for-Profit Charitable agency in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven areas providing a range of services to migrant, refugees, and mainstream community since 1980.

For more information about IMS, please visit our website ims.org.au.

A rewarding opportunity has opened for a Multicultural Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence worker to deliver comprehensive support to survivors and individuals at risk of experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence. Utilise your skills in crisis and early intervention, case management and advocacy to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

The role is a fixed term contract/full-time position based in Wollongong CBD. A competitive salary is on offer of SCHCADS Level 5, plus Super and Salary Packaging benefits.

Applications must address the selection criteria listed in the position description.

Essential:

• Qualifications in a relevant field such as community services or social work; at minimum Cert IV in community services or equivalent
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in domestic and family violence service delivery including casework and early intervention programs
• Experience in organising and facilitating group-based sessions and projects
• Knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice system including the child protection system.
• Understanding of social and settlement issues affecting refugees and CALD communities living in the Illawarra Region
• Strong administrative, organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated computer skills alongside skill and experience in utilising electronic databases

Desirable:

• Proven effective written and verbal communication skills in a community language

The position description is provided on request via email to: [email protected], using the subject line: Multicultural Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Worker - Illawarra Multicultural Services enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note: Only applications addressing the selection criteria will be accepted