First Response Case Worker

UnitingCare Queensland

Chermside, Queensland, Australia
Base: $100k + super; benefits: nfp salary pyckagin...
Not specified (assumed on-site due to the nature of the role)
Direct experience with domestic violence victims
Risk assessment and safety planning skills
Case management in refuge settings
UnitingCare Queensland is seeking a First Response Case Worker to provide crisis and case management support to women and children experiencing domestic and family violence in a refuge setting. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and qualifications, as well as strong interpersonal skills to handle a high-demand environment

Job Summary

  • This role provides intensive crisis response and case management support to women and children residing in refuge after experiencing domestic and family violence.
  • The organization offers NFP salary packaging benefits allowing employees to save tax on everyday living expenses up to $15,900 annually.
  • UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation with a focus on preventing child abuse and neglect within services.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

UnitingCare Queensland is seeking a First Response Case Worker to provide crisis and case management support to women and children experiencing domestic and family violence in a refuge setting. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and qualifications, as well as strong interpersonal skills to handle a high-demand environment.

Salary

Base: $100k + super; Benefits: NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 plus $2,650 for meals/entertainment; Other: 12 weeks paid parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct experience with domestic violence victims
  • Risk assessment and safety planning skills
  • Case management in refuge settings
  • Strong documentation and reporting abilities
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Strengths-based approach to client support
  • Understanding of child development principles
  • Ethical practice framework knowledge
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion values

Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in human services field
  • Current Queensland Driver Licence
  • Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
  • Female gender requirement under Anti-Discrimination Act
  • Relevant direct practice experience required

Work Rights

Not specified

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