Make a real difference to the local community

Full-Time, Ongoing

Access to Salary Packaging

Generous Annual Leave

The Role

The purpose of the Adolescent’s Using Violence in The Home (AVITH) program at Wathaurong is to reduce adolescent family violence and increase safety of all impacted family members through the provision of a family-based, integrated model of case management support to young people using violence against their parent or carer. The position requires a deep understanding of cultural sensitivity, trauma-informed care, and the dynamics of family violence to effectively address the needs of clients.

About you

Tertiary graduate level qualification in a relevant discipline including social work, psychology, counselling, and/or social sciences, Diploma in Community Services; or be willing to undertake training or in the act of training towards such qualifications.

Knowledge of and affinity with the Aboriginal community.

Ability to effectively support and advocate on behalf of Aboriginal people and their families

Knowledge of and ability to effectively liaise with youth and adult services

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to develop positive stakeholder relationships and communicate with diverse individuals in a culturally appropriate manner

Ability to demonstrate resilience and work in challenging and high-pressure environments

Strong written communication skills including high level of accuracy, record keeping, and report writing abilities

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as part of a team and follow processes

Knowledge of safe and appropriate culturally centred practices for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander focused services, including employment of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

Demonstrated understanding of social, physical, economical, and cultural strengths and challenges affecting Aboriginal communities and their ability to access adequate and quality services.

Understanding of the purpose and expectations of the Victorian Child Safe Standards and demonstrated commitment to contributing to a child safe organisation in both practice and culture.

Desirable

Diploma in Community Services, Diploma of Counselling, Diploma of Family Violence, some qualification in group work facilitation

Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander

Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations

About Us

Please visit our website for further information: www.wathaurong.org.au

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via SEEK by clicking the ‘Quick apply’ button.

A copy of the Position Description is available at https://wathaurong.org.au/careers/adolescent-family-violence-worker/

Applications close on 24/07/2025