Female Therapeutic Worker (Identified Position)

Echuca, VIC | Part time, 22.5 hours per week (3 days) | 12-month fixed term contract

Support Healing. Restore Safety. Strengthen Women and Families.

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Female Therapeutic Worker to deliver culturally safe, trauma-aware and accountability-based therapeutic interventions to Aboriginal women who have experienced, or are at risk of experiencing, family violence. You'll support women on their healing journey, promote safety and wellbeing for women and children, and contribute to improved social and emotional wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal families. This is a part-time, 12-month fixed term contract, with the position reviewed after 12 months.

This is a designated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position under a special measure in accordance with section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). This position is for a female applicant, given the nature of the role providing therapeutic support to Aboriginal women.

THE ROLE Reporting to the Family Safety Coordinator, you'll work collaboratively with Njernda's internal programs, Family Services staff and external Aboriginal and mainstream services to deliver coordinated, culturally appropriate responses.

Deliver culturally safe, trauma-aware and client-centred therapeutic services to Aboriginal women affected by family violence, in line with program guidelines and legislative standards

Provide individual and group therapeutic interventions that promote healing, empowerment, safety and resilience

Undertake and contribute to family violence risk assessment, safety planning and risk management, prioritising the safety of women and children





Work collaboratively with Family Services staff to plan, deliver, monitor and review client case plans and healing goals

Provide secondary consultation and professional support to Family Services staff working with families affected by family violence

Build cooperative relationships with Aboriginal and mainstream agencies, and engage women with internal programs and external services to support holistic wellbeing

Maintain accurate, timely and compliant case notes, reports and data entry in electronic systems

Actively participate in supervision, training and reflective practice

WHY JOIN NJERNDA? At Njernda Aboriginal Corporation you'll be part of a values-driven, community-controlled organisation, guided by our values of Respect, Accountability, Resilience, Advocacy and Cultural Sensitivity.

$46.70 per hr (SCHADS Level 4.1) + Super

Generous salary packaging benefits (not-for-profit)

Victorian Ambulance Membership reimbursement (for you and your family)

Supportive team environment and access to supervision

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Genuine work-life balance and the benefits of a regional lifestyle

SELECTION CRITERIA — YOU MUST ADDRESS THESE This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position. To be considered,



your application must include a separate document responding to each of the numbered criteria below.

A Degree or Diploma in Community Services or a related discipline, and a willingness to undertake further mandatory study to meet minimum qualification requirements

Relevant specialist family violence qualifications and/or professional development

A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, or significant relevant experience

A proven knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal communities

Specialist knowledge of family violence systems, legislation and risk management frameworks, including Aboriginal-specific practice responses

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and the issues relating to the needs of Aboriginal families in the area

Experience working with Aboriginal women, children and communities in a culturally appropriate and trauma-aware manner

Demonstrated experience in program planning, design, development and implementation

Experience in budgeting, financial control, and providing clear written reports and statistical data, with well-developed computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel)

Demonstrated ability to develop and work collaboratively in partnership with external parties

Good negotiation skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer service focus

Ability to multitask with high attention to detail and work under pressure

Desirable: Work experience in an Aboriginal organisation (ideally an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation) and within the family violence sector or family services.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Current and valid Victorian Working with Children Check

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