Family Violence Practitioner – Men’s Behaviour Change Program
- Assist in the delivery of the Men’s Behaviour Change Program (MBCP)
- Complete family violence assessments and facilitate group sessions
- Provide individual case management support in collaboration with community services
- Full-time
- Fixed term contract: Parental leave cover until 10 September 2027
- Attractive salary packaging
- Culture that supports work-life balance
About Sunraysia Community Health Services
Sunraysia Community Health Services (SCHS) is a leading not-for-profit community health organisation dedicated to improving health and wellbeing outcomes across our region. We provide primary and preventive health services to individuals and families who may be at risk of poor health outcomes or experience barriers to accessing care.
At SCHS, we recognise the significant impact that the Social Determinants of Health have on the lives of our community members and are committed to addressing health inequities through a client-centred, relationship-based model of care. Our approach focuses on care coordination, working alongside consumers, families, and communities to understand their unique circumstances and support health and wellbeing within the context of their everyday lives. Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, SCHS strives to create healthier, more connected communities.
Learn more about the benefits of working at SCHS
Why work with us
- We offer a place where you know you are contributing to an organisation committed to helping others
- We have some great talent who are happy to share their experience and skills to help you on your way
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 per year to increase your take home pay, plus additional meals and accommodation salary packaging available up to $2,650 per year.
- Professional development opportunities
- Modern facilities
- Free Flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Role
The Men’s Behaviour change Program (MBCP) is a 20-week, group based program that invites men who use family violence to take accountability and make positive change to their behaviour. Individual Case Manager (ICM is also available to support men to become ready to enter the group program and provide additional support such as referrals for mental health and drug treatment services.
The purpose of the Family Violence Practitioner role is to assist in the delivery of the MBCP. This includes completing family violence assessments, facilitating group and providing individual case management support, in collaboration with the wider community services sector.
Key Selection Criteria
Mandatory:
- Degree or equivalent tertiary qualification in Social Work, welfare or other related qualification with relevant industry experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to engage with mandated clients.
- Current Victorian Working with Children Check (Employee), or the ability to obtain and maintain one prior to commencement.
Preferred:
- Group facilitation skills.
- Knowledge of Family Violence Information Sharing Scheme and the Child Information Sharing Scheme and MARAM.
- Knowledge of the local service system and referral pathways, particularly related to family violence.
- Graduate diploma or graduate certificate qualification in men’s family violence. Working towards completion or a willingness to enrol within 12 months on commencement of employment.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Jennifer Hibell, Program Manager, Family Safety and Community Wellbeing on 0488 534 151 or jhibell@schs.com.au
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