Domestic Violence Specialist Worker - Blue MountainsThe successful applicant will commence January ****To be female is a genuine requirement for this position under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****DV WestJob descriptionBlue Mountains35 Hours per week, full timeThe successful applicant will commence January ****To be female is a genuine requirement for this position under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****AGENCY OVERVIEWOur 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 POSITIONWe 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 ****.ESSENTIAL CriteriaUnderstanding the drivers and gendered nature of violence against womenProven experience / ability to provide case management providing direct support, assistance and advocacy for women and childrenDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, other services, and government agenciesUnderstanding of, or a willingness to develop knowledge in, the Children and Young Person's Framework (Gander, ****) and the Protected & Together Model.Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office ProgramsAvailability to participate on an on-call rosterCurrent NSW drivers' licenceAbility to work with Aboriginal and CALD women and children in a culturally sensitive manner.DESIRABLE CriteriaCurrent first aid certificateEMPLOYMENT AS PER SCHADS AWARDLevel 4 pay point 1 to pay point 4, plus 12% superannuation and Salary Sacrifice offered.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTConfirmation 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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📌 Domestic Violence Specialist Worker - Blue Mountains (Sydney)
🏢 DV West
📍 Sydney