Case Worker, Staying Home Leaving Violence (SHLV)

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Plus Community, a proud part of Housing Plus, has been providing community services to Regional NSW for nearly 20 years.

At Plus Community, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive range of support services designed to meet the diverse needs of individuals and their families. Our services include Domestic and Family Violence Support, Employment Support, Homelessness Support, Post Release Support, and Housing Support through Housing Plus. Our holistic approach ensures that we not only provide housing but also the crucial support needed to foster independence and choice.

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We are seeking a Case Worker, Staying Home Leaving Violence (SHLV) to join our SHLV team based in Bathurst permanent part time 30.4 hours per week 4 days in the office position.

About the Role

This position is responsible for delivering high-quality case management activities to enable women and children to remain safe and free from domestic and family violence in their own homes and maintain that safety over time.

The Staying Home Leaving Violence (SHLV) program focuses on early intervention and prevention, supporting women and children to remain safely in their homes following separation from a violent relationship. The program aims to prevent homelessness and promote long-term stability through access to safe housing, income support, employment, education, and social support networks.

The Case Worker will undertake risk assessments, safety planning, advocacy and case management to support women and children experiencing domestic and family violence. The role requires collaboration with a range of government and community agencies to coordinate integrated responses that prioritise client safety and wellbeing.

The Case Worker will also establish and maintain collaborative partnerships and networks with key stakeholders to ensure effective referral pathways, facilitate women’s ability to remain safely in their homes following domestic violence, and promote alternative accommodation options for the excluded person where appropriate.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in case management or community services, preferably within the domestic and family violence sector.
• Proven ability to provide trauma-informed, client-centred support to individuals experiencing crisis, trauma or emotional distress.
• Experience assessing risk, developing safety plans, coordinating supports and delivering case management services to achieve positive outcomes.
• Experience advocating on behalf of clients and supporting them to navigate complex service systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, community partners and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational, time management and record-keeping skills.
• A commitment to professional boundaries, confidentiality and ethical practice.

Essential Requirements

• Current NSW Driver Licence.
• Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain).
• National Criminal History Check (or ability to obtain).
• Have the legal right to live and work in Australia.

This is a designated female position. Being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and the position has been formally exempted under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

Desirable

• Experience working in domestic and family violence services.
• Knowledge of the NSW domestic and family violence service system and referral pathways.
• Experience providing advocacy and support to clients through legal or court processes.
• Experience supporting clients experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
• Relevant qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Welfare or a related discipline.

What We Offer

In return, we can offer you the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to both our organisation and the local community through supporting women and children impacted by domestic and family violence. You’ll be joining a supportive team committed to making a difference, while benefiting from ongoing learning and development opportunities, a health and wellbeing program, employee reward and recognition initiatives and access to generous salary packaging benefits.

The Case Worker position is classified under the SCHADS Award Level 4. Salary will be determined in accordance with the Award and applicable pay point, plus superannuation. As Housing Plus is a Not-for-Profit organisation, employees can also access excellent salary packaging options to maximise their take-home pay.

Applicants identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining:

• Why the role interests you; and
• How your skills and experience align with the requirements of the position.

We will commence screening and interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received, so we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.