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Social Worker - Melbourne

Refuge Victoria Inc

ABOUT US

Refuge Victoria is a not-for-profit specialist family violence organisation funded by the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services based in Melbourne's east and outer eastern suburbs.

We provide a range of specialist family violence services, support and advocacy for women and children living with the trauma of family violence, based in our refuges.

The role

We are looking for a motivated, passionate and experienced Social Worker to work with us on a full-time basis, with some out of hours (on call) work required periodically.

You will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

  • Deliver therapeutic responses to women and children affected by family violence
  • Crisis response and prioritising client safety & needs as the impact of COVID-19 continues to exacerbate the risk of family violence
  • Undertaking high-quality risk assessments and safety planning to meet the needs of women and children
  • Provision of daily complex case management which focuses on supporting clients, promoting safety, developing strengths and building upon capabilities
  • Advocating for women and children and linking them to community-based services for support including health, mental health, financial, counselling, legal, court support and access to material aid
  • Ensure the completion of all case management documentation, for operational compliance

Key Selection Criteria

  • 4+ years’ full time work experience
  • Bachelor of Social Work with eligibility for AASW membership
  • Family Violence Refuge case management experience essential
  • MARAM Training and experience preferred
  • Exceptional organisation, communication and time management skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work as part of a team, and unsupervised

Other info

  • Melbourne Based
  • Level 5.2 of the SCHADS Award ($43.86 per hour)
  • Benefits - Salary packaging, mobile phone, ADO (accrued day off)

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