Victim Support Worker - West Melbourne
Victim Support Worker - West Melbourne
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Job Description
Windermere is one of the largest and fastest growing independent community services inMelbournes SouthEast and Gippsland Region. Since our foundation in 1992 we have been working to create a strong more connected and supported community. We get in early to find the right solutions for the many and varied complex issues faced by children families and individuals.
Join us at Windermere. Where we make the effort to understand every individual employee what matters to them and recognise the value that each person contributes. Empowering them to grow and work in ways that bring out their whole and best self.
We celebrate our diverse range of perspectives people and ideas and there has never been a better time to join!
Description
Our dedicated Victims Assistance Program assists individuals with their management of the impact of crime. Through the provision of consumer focussed case management services we promote recovery and minimise secondary victimisation sometimes experienced in the criminal justice systems. We are experts in this space and on the verge of expansion we currently support 3000 consumers each year and this will grow as we expand into new regions.
The Opportunity
As the Victim Support Worker you will respond to victims of violent crime provide information and advice assist them to navigate the justice system and refer to specialist services as required.
You will also liaise with other victim services including Family Violence and Sexual Services. Success will be achieved when victims feel empowered receive a tailored service according to their goals and focused on their individual safety and recovery.
A Driver Licence is essential as youll provide both outreach and remote services to your consumers.
All expertise levels will be considered and rewarded accordingly however experience with family violence is essential!
Staff Benefits Galore
This is where we stand out from the crowd! Windermere offers staff a wide range of unique benefits beyond the salary!
Work from home (exceptions apply) in the office and/or a combination of both
Gifted days off (between Christmas and New Year)
Above Award Personal Leave and 17.5 annual leave loading
Employee Referral Program of $500
Flexible Leave Scheme 50/52
Opportunities for professional development
Salary packaging up to $15800 per year additional $2650 meals and entertainment)
Staff discount program for everyday items
Many organisations talk about worklife balance and employee wellbeing but at Windermere we deliver!
Skills And Experiences
Key Selection Criteria
Tertiary qualifications in Social Work Social Welfare or relevant equivalent (meeting the minimum requirements for working as a Family Violence specialist).
Minimum 3 years experience within the community sector preferably in a trauma related field.
Case management intake and assessment experience.
Risk identification and management capability including confidence with the MARAM framework.
Capability to engage in community engagement and education.
Ability to provide tailored support to victims of crime from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to promote and support practices that are inclusive culturally responsive safe and accessible.
Current Victorian Driver Licence.
Willingness to undertake relevant preemployment screening and checks.
Personal attributes
Motivated enthusiastic and passionate about social justice.
Selfdiscipline Able to maintain a consistent and appropriate pattern of behaviour under pressure. Is able to recognize own limitations and works with others to ensure plans are achieved.
Selfconfidence Trusting of own abilities. Seeks feedback as appropriate.
Relationship Building Establishes and maintains relationships at all levels. Builds and maintains strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Teamwork Demonstrates consideration concern and respect for others. Collaborative with strong interpersonal skills.
This is a permanent ongoing opportunity with a hybrid model of working remotely (and providing outreach) as well as working from one of our offices based in West Metro Melbourne.
If this opportunity excites you then click the Apply button to view the detailed position description and submit your application. Please also ensure you address the Key Selection Criteria in your application letter.
If you require any specific access adjustments or support within the Windermere recruitment interview or onboarding process please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist via phoneor email
Windermere is committed to equity & equality for consumers and employees this by building diverse and inclusive services and work environments where all peoples from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander CALD LGBTIQ Communities and those living with disability will know and feel accepted affirmed safe and celebrated. Windermere is delivering this through the continued development and implementation of our Welcoming and Inclusion Strategy as we seek to provide a diverse workforce at all levels.
Employment Type
Full-Time
