Victim Support Worker - East
Victim Support Worker - East
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Want to know why its an exciting time to join Windermere Firstly there is no other organisation quite like us. Why do you ask We are an independent community service organisation working across the Southeast of Victoria to help those who need it most. Our unique range of services include Communities for Children Family Health & Wellbeing Childhood Development Education & Support Early Intervention Therapy Services NDIS Support Coordination and Plan Management Homelessness Support Counselling Services assistance to support victims of trauma assault and violent crimes and Recovery Support Services.
Our dedicated Victim 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.
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Why work at Windermere
We are committed to outcome-focused care for children families and individuals and to making a positive difference in the community. As well as tailored support services for individuals and families Windermere provides a varied scope of services to support disadvantaged and vulnerable people. Windermere offers a culture of flexibility support and wellbeing.
Staff Benefits - this is where we stand out from the crowd! Windermere offers staff a wide range of unique benefits beyond the salary.
- Flexible Ways of Working - home in the office or combination of both
- Above Award Personal Leave and 17.5% annual leave loading
- Gifted days off (between Christmas and New Year)
- Employee Referral Program - $500 per referral
- Flexible Leave Scheme (50/52 51/52)
- Salary packaging (up to $15900 per year additional $2650 meals and entertainment)
- Structured performance and 1-on-1 development check-ins
- Secondment and career growth opportunities
- Staff discount program for everyday items
- Opportunities for professional development
- Study Leave provisions
- Paid Parental Leave
Windermere care about staff and strive for continuous improvement which is why we regularly ask our staff and consumers about what we can do better. n our staff survey from November 2024 87% of respondents said they were proud to work at Windermere and 86.3% feel we are committed to diversity equity and inclusion. Read more here And Experiences Now lets talk about this exciting 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 Assault 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! This is a permanent part-time opportunity (0.8 / 4 days per week) and located in Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. *As Windermere is a not-for-profit organisation employees are able to claim everyday living expenses up to $15900 against their annual Pre-Tax Salary. Use the salary packaging calculator available here - Salary Packaging Calculator Accesspay- ( Selection Criteria: If this job excites you then click the Apply button to view the detailed Position Description and submit your 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 creating equitable environments for consumers and employees. We do this by building diverse and inclusive services and workspaces 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 ofour Welcoming and Inclusion Strategy as we seek to provide a diverse workforce at all levels.
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