Domestic Violence Specialist Worker - Blue Mountains

The successful applicant will commence January 2027 To be female is a genuine requirement for this position under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 DV West Job description

Blue Mountains

35 Hours per week, full time

The successful applicant will commence January 2027

To be female is a genuine requirement for this position under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

AGENCY OVERVIEW Our services are provided by women, for women and children. We operate within a feminist framework and acknowledge that domestic violence is predominately gender-based. Our practice is evidence based and informed by 40 years of working with women’s lived experiences. We are an inclusive organisation for all woman-identifying people. DV West is committed to empowering women and children by focusing on their strengths and exploring their hopes for the future. We prioritise the safety needs of women and children affected by domestic and family violence, and we advocate for creating non-violent communities. For more information about our work and values please visit . ABOUT THE POSITION We are seeking a Domestic Violence Specialist worker for our Blue Mountains service, who is skilled in providing specialist support and collaborative case management to women and their child(ren) who are survivors of domestic violence. The successful applicant will be willing to undertake further training in using a domestic & family violence informed,



trauma-informed and strength-based approach in their work. This position commences in January 2027. ESSENTIAL Criteria Understanding the drivers and gendered nature of violence against women

Proven experience / ability to provide case management providing direct support, assistance and advocacy for women and children

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, other services, and government agencies

Understanding of, or a willingness to develop knowledge in, the Children and Young Person’s Framework (Gander, 2015) and the Protected & Together Model.

Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs

Availability to participate on an on-call roster

Current NSW drivers’ licence

Ability to work with Aboriginal and CALD women and children in a culturally sensitive manner.

DESIRABLE Criteria Current first aid certificate

EMPLOYMENT AS PER SCHADS AWARD Level 4 pay point 1 to pay point 4, plus 12% superannuation and Salary Sacrifice offered.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Confirmation of employment will be subject to candidate's possession of a Current Australian Drivers Licence, Working with Children Check, completed Australian Criminal History Check and provision of COVID-19 vaccination certificate, in line with the DV West COVID Business Continuity Plan, or valid medical exemption, to comply with DV West’s Work Health and Safety requirements.

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