Domestic and Family Violence Specialist - Family Wellbeing
Bundaberg, Queensland ****, Australia A$92,***** - A$97,******
Full-time Contract Entry Level
Posted 22 Sep ****
Description
CQID is experiencing enormous organisational growth across all services and seeking suitable candidates for a range of positions.
CQID is one of the largest employers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Central Queensland region.
Offering a broad range of service areas, with roles that serve our community across Rockhampton, Emerald, Longreach, Woorabinda, Gladstone, Bundaberg and Hervey Bay.
A new organisational structure, designated HR team and the implementation of a new Workforce Strategy.
Striving to support employees on their career journey is a priority and contributes us to being a Employer of Choice.
Purpose of the Position
The Domestic Violence Specialist's primary role is to enhance the focus of service delivery on family violence by ensuring colleagues have heightened awareness and knowledge and clients are receiving appropriate support.
Responsibilities and Duties
Work as part of the Family Wellbeing team, providing domestic and family violence advice and assistance to colleagues to ensure awareness of the impact of violence on the work they do
Assess referrals and screen for domestic and family violence and ensure risk assessments are undertaken and safety plans developed when violence is identified
Contribute to and review case plans for implementation of family violence safety plans and therapeutic interventions.
Provide colleagues with advice on safety planning including secure engagement and risk management strategies for families affected by domestic and family violence




Participate in home visits where appropriate and work jointly with FWB colleagues to ensure support needs of the family are met
Assist with assessment of client needs and decisions regarding case management and referral pathways
Participate in local family violence networks and maximize service capability in partnership with local domestic and family violence services
Develop formal partnerships to enhance service delivery and develop and maintain referral pathways to specialist family violence support services
Contribute to the documentation and continual improvement of the Family Wellbeing-Family Violence service model
Participate and contribute to the organisation's compliance obligations under the ISO ****:**** Quality Management System and Human Services Quality Standards (HSQS)
At all times work within CQID's Workplace Health & Safety Policies and Procedures
Other responsibilities as directed by the Executive Officer
Qualifications and Experience
Holds a current C Class Queensland Driver's Licence
Tertiary qualifications in human services or relevant discipline
Current Working with Children Check, "Blue Card"
Experience at successfully collaborating with and developing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members
Holds or is willing to obtain a First Aid and CPR Certificate
Experience at successful service delivery to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
A minimum of five years' experience in family violence service delivery
Knowledge and experience in child protection settings and practice
Skills and Attributes
Competent in use of Microsoft Office software
Physical ability to undertake job responsibilities
Ability to communicate effectively; spoken and written
High level of motivation, self-management and organizational skills
Emotional intelligence, teamwork and leadership
Client engagement and case collaboration
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