DV Case Worker

• Full-time contract position until 30th June 2027
• Based on Dharawal Country in Campbelltown
• $93k - $100k Super Salary Packaging

The Centre for Womens Children & Family Health has a commitment to employing women from diverse backgrounds. The Benevolent Society considers being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under s. 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)

Who We Are

At Benevolent we believe every person deserves to live life on their own terms with dignity respect and a sense of belonging. For over two centuries as Australias first charity this belief has shaped who we are and how we work.

As a not-for-profit independent and non-religious organisation we are a practice-led organisation our work is grounded in evidence and strengths based approaches that place people at the centre of everything we do. We walk alongside individuals families and communities upholding rights amplifying voices and advocating for safer more inclusive systems where people can thrive.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Case Worker to join our dynamic integrated this rewarding role you will work closely with women and children who are experiencing domestic and sexual violence delivering flexible and responsive case management support tailored to individual needs.

Using a person-centred trauma-informed approach you will support women on their journey to healing from domestic violence sexual assault grief loss and other complex health challenges.

How You Will Contribute

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments to develop implement monitor and review tailored support plans identifying strengths and risks while actively engaging clients in the process
• Manage and coordinate brokerage to ensure clients receive timely and appropriate support services
• Engage clients using best-practice assessment frameworks and risk minimisation strategies
• Maintain transparency by sharing client plans openly with clients and where appropriate with partner agencies
• Collaborate closely with key service providers including government departments and community agencies
• Work in partnership with stakeholders such as womens domestic violence court advocacy services police Centrelink and housing services to support positive client outcomes

Your Benefits

We support our people to live their best lives with benefits that support your wellbeing growth and lifestyle. Here are some of the key benefits and wed love to tell you more.

• Salary Packaging & Perks Maximise your take-home pay with up to $15900 in salary packaging including entertainment and vehicle packaging options to suit your lifestyle corporate rates/discount with selected partners.
• Flexibility & Wellbeing Enjoy hybrid work options monthly ADOs (12 extra days off per year for full time staff) Fitness Passport access EAP support and the option to purchase additional leave.
• Recognition & Growth Competitive pay Benevolent You Make a Difference recognition program service rewards long service leave after 5 years supportive performance and career check ins and tailored professional development opportunities.
• Cultural Inclusion Dedicated cultural leave and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees including leadership pathways and networking groups.
• Employee Networks - Connect through our diverse employee-led networks that celebrate diversity and foster connection and allyship across shared experiences and identities

Your Skills and Experience

• You will have a relevant tertiary (degree) qualification in social work community services or similar:
• Demonstrated experience (34 years) in case management within a complex support environment
• Proven experience supporting women impacted by trauma domestic and family violence mental health challenges or other forms of adversity both via phone and face-to-face
• Strong ability to assess and respond to clients in crisis quickly identifying needs and appropriate referral pathways
• Sound understanding of child protection frameworks and mandatory reporting obligations
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and deliver timely client-focused responses
• Current Drivers Licence

This role aligns with the capability requirements of a Individual Contributer level. Please see the Capability Framework attached to this advert to discover essential skills values and behaviours required at this level.

Our Commitment

At Benevolent we are committed to diversity equity and inclusion and to providing a culturally safe workplace for all. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities including LGBTIQA neurodivergent and people with disabilities and those from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds to strengthen our ability to deliver inclusive and responsive services to the communities we support.

We recognise and value the cultural knowledge lived experience and community connections that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring and welcome applications from individuals across all cultures identities and lived experiences.

Ready to make a difference

Click APPLY to send your resume and a 1-page cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Need more information or have questions Feel free to reach out to Bernadette onfor a friendly confidential discussion.

*Internally this role is called Child and Family Practitioner