At DVConnect our aim is for all relationships to be free from domestic, family, and sexual violence. We are the only service providing a state-wide response across Queensland through our Womensline, Mensline and Sexual Assault Helplines to meet the safety needs of those living with domestic and family violence. We also provide specialist therapeutic counselling support across Australia, within the national 1800RESPECT program.We are currently seeking flexible, friendly and motivated staff to join our amazing team in the evening and overnight space.Permanent Part-time contractsWork from home opportunities availableYour New RoleAs a Crisis Intervention Counsellor, you will provide domestic and family violence support services to Queensland women through information and referral, crisis counselling, safety planning, advocacy and through arranging safe accommodation and travel.You will be responsible for making professionals assessments of caller needs and taking all reasonable actions to meet these needs within the operating framework and principles of DVConnect.Our Crisis Intervention Counsellors also respond to incoming calls on the Queensland Sexual Assault line and at times on DVConnect’s Mensline.We are currently looking for applicants who can work 4-7 overnight shifts per fortnight on a permanent ongoing basis (9:30pm to 6:30am). There is the opportunity to work from home for applicants who are interested and able to meet our criteria. We do ask all of our work from home staff to come into the Brisbane office for training and team meetings and at other times as needed, so the ability and willingness to do this is essential. What you Need to SucceedMinimum 3 year Tertiary qualification in the areas of Social and Behavioural Sciences or other relevant qualifications with substantial experience in the domestic and family violence sector2+ years' experience in the community sector Demonstrated understanding of feminist practice and how this is used as a framework to understand and respond to the gendered nature of violence against women and childrenDemonstrated ability in working with women who have experienced domestic and family violence preferably within in a crisis contextDemonstrated ability to work in a fast paced and high demand work environment, maintain composure and effective engagement with clients in crisisIt is a genuine requirement of this position that it be filled by a woman as permitted in sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks, including a National Police Check, Working with Children Check, referee checks and proof of eligibility to work in Australia and proof you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations. Why join DVConnectAbove Award conditions including paid parental leave, additional leave provisions; improved penalty rates and more generous long service leave provisionsFamily friendly workplaceFlexible work practicesEAP support and Professional Supervision provided Competitive salary and benefits including generous salary packaging, meal and entertainment card and discount programs availableOpportunity for ongoing professional developmentInterested? Apply online today!If this sounds like the role for you then click on the apply button now! To apply please ensure that you:Submit your resume and cover letterComplete all application questionsYour resume should outline your work history and details of relevant qualificationsYour cover letter should detail why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience would be a good fitIf you would like more information about the position, please email recruitment@dvconnect.org or phone Danielle (People & Culture BP) on 0432 765 802. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.DVConnect is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture of opportunity. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, workers of all ages, people with disabilities and people who identify as LGBTIQ.POSITION DESCRIPTION AUDBrisbane4000
