Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 24th Jun 2022
- Regional NSW > Wollongong
Women Illawarra has been at the forefront of many campaigns for women’s issues. Previously Wollongong Women’s Information Service, our organisation was instrumental in the foundation of many women’s services in the Illawarra, including women’s health, housing and domestic violence services. Since opening our doors in 1979, we have provided continuous support and services to the women of the Illawarra.
The role of our Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Workers is critical in ensuring effective and timely service delivery to women and children experiencing domestic violence.
We are looking for applications from qualified women who are passionate about advocating for our clients.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the day to day response to referrals for clients experiencing domestic violence. She will be capable of conducting risk assessments for women and children as well as supplying timely information and referrals to appropriate services. Court advocacy and court support are also required in this role.
The position is 28 - 35 hours per week. The hourly rate is SCHADS Award Level 4.1. This is an office-based position. Women Illawarra offers salary packaging.
Essential Selection Criteria
Desirable Selection Criteria:
The successful applicant will be required to undertake suitability checks and a probationary period.
Being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification under Section 31 of the NSW Anti- Discrimination Act.
For further information about this position, please contact us via the Women Illawarra website here: www.womenillawarra.org.au/contact.