We are seeking a casual WIFVC Sessional Trainer to step into our Regional Integration Committee (WIFVC) team! The salary for this role is a SCHADS Level 6.1-6.3 (equivalent to $57.39 – $59.94 per hour, plus casual loading/penalties, and excluding superannuation).
About the role
The Sessional Trainer position sits within the Western Integrated Family Violence Committee (WIFVC). The WIFVC is a representative, whole-of-sector reference group comprising key stakeholders committed to reducing family violence in Melbourne’s west. The WIFVC is one of 13 regional committees across Victoria funded by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH).
The role of the WIFVC is to provide regional leadership in service integration and planning, policy and advocacy to improve service responses to family violence in the west. Activities are designed to support the achievement of WIFVC priorities as set out in the WIFVC Action Plan. In the west, GenWest is contracted by DFFH to be the auspice organisation for funds and the employment of staff. The casual sessional trainer reports to our WIFVC Principal Strategic Advisor.
Key responsibilities
- Facilitate the delivery of MARAM Collaborative Practice Module training which focuses on both the collaborative practice and the foundational aspects of MARAM that enable collaboration.
- Facilitate the delivery of other MARAM information sessions/activities as required.
- Contribute to the development of MARAM activities and resources as required.
- Contribute to the evaluation of MARAM training sessions and related activities including program reviews.
- Stay abreast of current and emerging information, knowledge and practices around the implementation of the MARAM framework.
About you
Essential
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field.
- Experience in the human services sector and using the MARAM Framework.
- Ability to facilitate the delivery of training programs, including in consultation with other stakeholders.
- In-depth knowledge of family violence and the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management (MARAM) Framework.
- Familiarity with collaborative practice in a community service context and in the context of the MARAM Framework.
- Required to have completed cultural awareness training.
- Holds a current Victorian driver’s licence and own means of transport.
- Ability to communicate professionally, effectively and clearly (written and verbal) and to tailor delivery to different audiences.
- Capacity to engage an audience and use a variety of teaching aides and activities such as Zoom, PowerPoint slides, group activities, whiteboard brainstorms and so on.
- Working with Children’s check.
- Police check (and international police check if lived overseas for a year or more in the last 10 years).
Desired
- Extensive understanding and/or knowledge of the western suburbs.
- Hold a Certificate IV in Workplace Training.
GenWest holds a VCAT Exemption No. H119/2017 (subject to Equal Opportunity Act 2010). This means we can employ only women and gender diverse people, or people from a particular cultural background when required.
We are actively hiring for this role, please apply as soon as possible. Applications will close on 25th March 2026.
Should you have any questions or queries please email recruitment@genwest.org.au.
