Specialist Family Violence Children's Practitioner
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
The Salvation Army Australia's Family Violence Stream provides a wide range of services around the country to support women and women with children impacted by family and domestic violence. We offer refuge, children's and parenting services, counselling, support, men's programs, accommodation and advice to women and children who are experiencing, or who have experienced, family violence.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Specialist Family Violence Children's Practitioner, at our Karratha, WA location. Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a permanent, full-time or part-time position. This role requires the ability and willingness to be on call and work outside normal business hours, as required (i.e. Mornings and Afternoons).
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, level 5.
You will successfully
* Delivers highly effective and appropriate case management to children and young people.
* Delivers highly effective and appropriate parenting support services to families.
* Delivers highly effective and developmentally appropriate evidenced based support services to children and families, based on goals as identified by the parents and/or children, within their home, school, and community environments.
* Conduct ongoing risk assessment and safety planning for clients using agreed tools.
* Adherence to the Family Violence Stream vision, mission and values and contribute to a collaborative approach to service delivery and improvement within the team.
* Works under the general direction of the Team Leaders, and the Program Manager and adheres to established work practices whilst exercising initiative and judgement where practices and direction are not clearly defined.
You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications)
* Relevant experience in a community service setting.
* Demonstrated experience in delivering trauma informed and client centered support.
* Highly developed time management skills with an ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
* Well developed liaison and communication skills, including the ability to work alongside relevant agencies and clients.
* Strong computer skills including experience in case note writing and record management.
* Relevant state Working with Children Check / WA Drivers Licence.
* Current Apply First Aid and CPR qualification.
* Degree or Diploma qualification in Social Work, Early Childhood, Counselling, Community Services, Welfare or related field (preferred but not essential).
Why work for us
* Remote Area Housing Benefit to employees who live and work in the area (up to $31,800 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650).
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Opportunity for training and career development.
* Paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Access to Fitness Passport and consumer discounts.
* Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme.
* Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity.
How to Apply
We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role, we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.