• Being a woman is a genuine requirement for this position under Section 31.2H of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

SEWACS is a feminist, community organisation providing innovative, holistic, client-focussed homelessness, domestic violence and youth support services across Bega Valley and Eurobodalla Shires.

38 hours per fortnight (incl 4-8pm weeknights) and on-call/ Saturday shifts per roster.

Be part of a dynamic community organisation that has made and continues to make positive changes for adults and children at risk of homelessness and affected by domestic and family violence. Training opportunities exist for successful applicants.

Interview selection will be based on the selection criteria.

Selection criteria

Essential skills and experience required

• Highly regarded but not essential is a tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences or appropriate extensive experience. A minimum qualification of Diploma Community Services Welfare or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of working with homeless people or people at risk of homelessness due to domestic and family violence.
• Ability to be responsive and work in a busy crisis service and prioritise the workload of multiple clients.
• Be available to work flexible evening hours, work on-call and on weekends as required.
• Working with complex issues.
• Awareness of the specific issues arising for Aboriginal people and people from non-English speaking background, women with disabilities and children experiencing domestic violence
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse range of staff, clients and other service providers
• Comprehensive computer skills in email, data entry and word documents.
• Ability to work safely in accordance with SEWACS policies and procedures.

Other Requirements

• Successful ‘Working with Children’ and Criminal History Police Checks
• Current Drivers Licence
• Undertake a 6 month probationary work contract.
• Be available to work flexible evening hours, work on-call as required and as rostered on weekends.
• Able to attend training as requested.

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.