The Orange Door – Aboriginal Response Practitioner

Summary:

The Orange Door – Aboriginal Response Practitioner will work as a part of a multi disciplinary team of practitioners to deliver high quality, safe and effective responses to Victorian women, children and families seeking support and safety through the Hub and keep the perpetrator in view.

Responsibilities:

• Work within a specialist discipline to deliver Hub services and develop an understanding and capabilities to work safely across other areas of specialisation.
• Deliver screening and triage, assessment, crisis responses, targeted interventions, allocation and coordinated referrals consistent with the Integrated Practice Framework, Operational Guidelines, Service Specifications and relevant risk assessment tools and frameworks.
• Ensure that the protection of children and the promotion of their welfare is given absolute priority in all activities and that critical incidents/allegations/disclosures are recorded, investigated and acted upon appropriately.
• Deliver services and support via phone, within the physical hub and outreach at client’s home or other sites.
• Identify, assess and prioritise risk and needs of women and children, families and perpetrators, drawing on the expertise of different practitioners in a multidisciplinary team.
• Work collaboratively with the Hub team to support integrated risk assessment and planning, including participating in case conferences and meetings.
• Navigate broader service system for clients by referring clients to services and providing clients with information and support.
• Recognise and identify limits of own expertise and when to seek advice or refer client to specialist Hub practitioners or Practice Leaders to ensure safe practice.
• Be a productive, positive team member who contributes equally and honestly whilst respecting everyone’s opinions.
• Ensure information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record system and that records are maintained in accordance with the Corporations standards obligations.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Social Work, Community Development, or a related field – must meet Recommendation 209.
• Experience working with Aboriginal communities and understanding of cultural issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of social care frameworks and relevant legislation.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and cultural competency training.