Case Manager – Male Victims Domestic Family Violence

• Work in a collaborative team environment
• Fixed term role – Part time – 26.5 hours per week
• Work for an organisation who prides themselves on valuing work/life balance

ABOUT US:

Interrelate is a not-for-profit provider of relationship and family support services. Our vision is to empower people to thrive in the most vital part of their lives – their relationships. We are committed to responding to the vulnerabilities of families and children in their communities and empowering them to build strong and respectful relationships.

We deliver services spread across 30+ physical locations (plus online) to more than 135,000 clients and we’re backed by qualified staff and 98 years of trusted expertise in sensitive relationship matters.

We are thrilled to be recognised as a winner of XREF Engage 2023 Best Workplace Awards for 2 surveys in a row. This prestigious award recognises the best workplaces that have excellent management practices and a highly engaged workforce. At Interrelate, we care about each other, focus on strengths, recognise achievements, celebrate significant events, encourage continuous learning and most importantly, enjoy our work despite the seriousness of what we do.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

To effectively provide coordinated case management to clients through a process of engagement, screening, needs assessment and referrals to appropriate services within Interrelate and externally as required.

This role will be focused on supporting Male victims effected by Domestic Family Violence and your experience in case management and skills in managing high conflict will ensure your success in this role.

Key Responsibilities include;

• Ensure the overall delivery and quality management of the Male DFV Victims Services
• Provide appropriate case coordination, generally through an initial telephone contact with client based on the relevant referral process;
• Liaise with the Police for additional contact information or to discuss changes of risk rating, where required.
• Prepare case file notes and quarterly reports for all victims supported according to the template that will be provided by Victims Services.
• Represent male victim(s) at “Serious Threat” at Safety Action Meetings (SAMs) as required and follow up with the male victim and discuss any safety action plan developed.

• Undertake intake assessment with clients to:
  • assess suitability for services
  • assess the person’s / family’s needs
  • prioritise services
  • assess risks (including suicide risk) and develop action plans to mitigate risks
  • assist clients to develop their own goals and case/service plan
  • make appropriate internal and external referrals
  • refer to other services including scheduling people into their initial appointment with Interrelate practitioners/ services
• Monitor progress and the changing needs of families while they are waiting for and receiving Interrelate services
• Provide case management and/or brief interventions to a caseload of clients

*Please refer to the job description for further details on the role accountabilities*

This is a Fixed term, part time position working 26.5 hours per week from our Caringbah office until 30 September 2024 with the potential to extend.

This role is in line with a SCHADS Award Level 5 position, hourly rate of $51.32 per hour plus superannuation.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or related discipline or a Graduate Diploma in counselling, community service or equivalent in addition to holding a bachelor’s degree that is not a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in case management with families along with the skills in managing high parental conflict whilst upholding the best interests of the child
• Demonstrated experience in therapeutic work with families and children, along with knowledge of child development, child protection and family violence issues
• Ability to liaise with the community and build local networks including family law specialist and magistrates along with experience in dealing with the Family Law System
• The ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure positive outcomes
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

WHAT WE OFFER:

We offer the following competitive employment conditions:

• Training, mentoring, supervision and access to resources
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for multi-skilling and up-skilling
• High level of diversity in the role
• Excellent working environment

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested in applying for this role, please click on the Apply Now button to submit your application. Please ensure you upload a covering letter addressing the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Job Description.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please email [email protected], using the subject line: Case Manager – Male Victims Domestic Family Violence enquiry via EthicalJobs

Interrelate aspires to continue to be a leader in our community, an organisation known for working respectfully with clients from all different and diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of diverse gender identity, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, language, socio-economic circumstances, life circumstances, beliefs, and any other forms of disadvantage.

If you will have special requirements or would like to talk to us before submitting an application, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Culture and Workforce Development team who will organise for you to chat with an appropriate staff member to explain how we can help you.

All Interrelate positions require the satisfactory completion of relevant Police and Working with Children Checks. Interrelate services are funded by the Australian Government.