Micah Projects is a community based not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create justice and respond to injustice at the personal, social, and structural levels in church, government, business, and society. We believe that every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity, and connection with their community of choice. Micah Projects provides a range of support and advocacy services to individuals and families.

Brisbane Domestic Violence Service (BDVS) is the specialist domestic violence service for the Brisbane metropolitan region. Brisbane Domestic Violence Service is funded by the Department of Justice and Attorney General to provide free and confidential services to adults and children who have been impacted by domestic and family violence. BDVS has a focus on achieving safety and stability for the individuals and families that we support.

As a Specialist Domestic Violence and Housing Advocate you will work as part of the team to provide mobile support to women and children, or other victims who are in housing crisis due to domestic and family violence to access safe affordable and appropriate emergency and long term housing options.

This is a full time permanent employment opportunity located at West End, with conditions and salary at Level 4 of the SCHADS Award.

We are seeking candidates with the following skills & experience:

• Relevant experience and/or appropriate qualification including certificate, diploma, and tertiary qualification according to level of responsibility.
• Knowledge of or ability to acquire relevant knowledge of legislation and regulations, such as The Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 and The Child Protection Act 1999.
• Demonstrated experience in working with people in a human service setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in collaborative teamwork, service navigation, and local community supports.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn cross-disciplinary responses to domestic and family violence housing and homelessness.
• Ability to work across a variety of shifts (if applicable) within a roster including after-hours, weekends, and public holidays.
• IT capability including the use of MS Office Suite, Case Management and Data Systems.
• A positive attitude, and the ability to work flexibly and proactively in a team environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
• Commitment to cultural diversity, natural and social justice.
• Current criminal history check and valid working rights in Australia.

More information is detailed in the Position Description, which contains the selection criteria for this position.

A Position Description is attached.

To be considered for this position please supply a Resume/CV and a two (2) page covering letter addressing the Essential Criteria, along with any other documentation relevant for this position.

Please visit the Micah Projects Careers Page to apply for this position., use the Apply Now link below and be redirected.

Applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!

Micah Projects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.