Domestic Violence Children & Young People’s Advocate

Domestic Violence Prevention Centre Gold Coast Inc.
Southport, QLD
A$43-$50 p/h
Community Services & Development → Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services
Part-time
On-site

Posted 9 days ago


DVPC is embarking on a significant expansion made possible by increased funding. The demand for our services has continued to grow substantially and our new funding arrangements will allow us to broaden our impact and implement new pilot programs to better serve our clients. As part of this growth, we are looking to add passionate DV specialists to our team so we can make a profound difference in the lives of those impacted by domestic violence.

Who should apply?

We will consider applications from both emerging (limited experience with transferable skills or new graduate with placement in DFV sector) and experienced practitioners (2 years minimum as specialist DFV worker) to work with women and their children to deliver an individualised response to domestic violence risk, safety and well-being.

DVPC celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

Previous Applicants Need not Apply

About the role

A Children & Young People’s Advocate provides safety planning, case management and counselling activities aimed at supporting children and young people to be able to express their feelings and to understand and manage their fears, emotions and behaviours relating to their exposure to domestic and family violence.

This is a part-time role.

For the full Position Description please visit our website https://domesticviolence.com.au/about-us/job-opportunities/

Salary

Emergent: SCHADS Award SACS Level 4

Experienced (min 2 years specialist DV practitioner experience): SCHADS Award SACS Level 5

The pay point will be determined by the successful applicant's experience and qualifications.

A 12-months contract will be offered.

About us

The Domestic Violence Prevention Centre (DVPC) is a specialist service which supports women, children and young people who have experienced domestic and family violence. We also deliver the Men's DV Education and Intervention program and convene an Integrated Response group that works with agencies on the Gold Coast to improve collaboration and responses to victim survivors of domestic and family violence to enhance their safety and wellbeing.

DVPC is committed to working towards a country in which all women can exercise their rights to live free from violence and make informed choices about their relationships.

We offer employees
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • A dynamic workplace that values innovation and quality practice
  • A trauma-informed, supportive work environment with a commitment to staff wellbeing
  • Competitive salary with salary packaging benefits
  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • Career diversity and growth opportunities
  • Professional development opportunities to grow your practice
  • Employee Assistance Program
How to apply
  1. Visit our website to download the full Position Description. https://domesticviolence.com.au/about-us/job-opportunities
  2. Write a cover letter outlining why you would make a great Children & Young People’s Advocate including your understanding of the impacts of DV, the risk indicators, safety planning and trauma-informed practice.
  3. Upload your resume and cover letter on Seek.

Applications close on Monday, 17th March 2025, 9.00am.

For enquiries please email [email protected]


About Domestic Violence Prevention Centre Gold Coast Inc.

Southport, QLD, Australia

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