Career Opportunities

Program Coordinator – Women, Children and Young People

This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

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Men’s Counsellor

Part time – .8-1 EFT

The Men’s counsellor position is a specialist counselling position designed to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men who have been impacted by family violence. This position will provide a range of individual therapeutic responses to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men to promote their healing and recovery from the effects of their experience of family violence and other trauma experiences.

The Men’s Counsellor may also be required to provide brief interventions and case support responses to assist clients to attend groups and counselling programs. They will use an Aboriginal family violence lens to deliver individual trauma-informed assessment and therapeutic intervention to Aboriginal men, whilst keeping in mind their children and families who are impacted by family violence experiences.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. An understanding of contemporary Aboriginal culture and the history of  intergenerational trauma.
2. Relevant tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, family therapy, art therapy or a related discipline along with demonstrated experience.
3. Theoretical understanding of the issues underpinning family violence and therapeutic interventions in an Aboriginal cultural context.
4. Experience in provision of trauma informed, culturally safe, therapeutic approaches to support safety and healing from family violence to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families, children or young people.
5. Ability to engage men of varying ages, stages and family compositions, who have multiple and complex needs, and where appropriate, their families.
6. Knowledge of services in the Eastern Metropolitan Region and/or a willingness to learn.
7. Understanding of State and Regional Aboriginal family violence strategies and frameworks.
8. Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively and the capacity to negotiate and liaise with volunteers, including carers, DFFH, other external agencies and the broader community.
9. Ability to work both independently and as a part of a small team.
10. Willingness to embrace opportunities for professional development where  appropriate.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

It is a condition of employment that BWAHS be provided with the following:

• Current Victorian Driver’s License
• Current Working with Children’s Check
• Undertake National Police Check
• Copy of Vaccination Certificate

Application Process

• Applications close 17 February 2024
• All applicants must include a resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria for the position.

Please contact Georgia Hooper at georgia.h@bwahs.com.au for further information or a copy of the position description.

Healing and Behaviour Change Worker

This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

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Part time

The Healing and Behaviour Change (HBC) Worker will work within the Practice and Development Team and the broader Boorndawan Willam Aboriginal Healing Service (BWAHS) Team, to develop and implement behaviour change interventions for Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander men and women who are using violence. The position is part time 0.6 EFT.

A key activity for this position will be to provide support and coaching to build the capacity of the broader BWAHS team to deliver behaviour change options. This will include an understanding of the importance evaluation of activities poses and ensuring accurate data collection in order to build a platform from which BWAHS can explore future funding opportunities.

This position will collaborate with key stakeholders to build on existing behaviour change networks with a particular focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander interventions that are trauma informed and align with BWAHS’ cultural protocols. This role will maintain networks with other Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) and Family Violence Agencies to faciliate the healing journey for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women in the Eastern Metropolitan Region.

The HBC Worker will consult with BWAHS staff and make referrals to appropriate services where required, to ensure safety and meet the diverse needs of Community members.

This position has a flexible work arrangement to deliver programs, as programs may be delivered outside of standard operating hours.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• Relevant teritary qualifications, demonstrated relevant work experience in behavour change.
• An understanding of contemporary Aboriginal culture and the history of intergenerational trauma, particularly as it relates to the role of men in the family unit.
• Experience in working within the family violence sector or related area.
• Understanding of the the issues underpinning family violence, particularly as it relates to the cultural context of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women who use violence.
• Experience in providing case management or case coordination for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families and individuals.
• Ability to engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families of varying ages, backgrounds, who have multiple and complex needs including using violence.
• An understanding of State and Regional Aboriginal family violence strategies and frameworks.
• Basic computer skills including: Outlook and Word, with experience using (or a willingness to learn) data reporting applications would be looked upon favourably.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to embrace opportunities for professional development where appropriate.

Application Process

• Applications closes 10 February 2024
• All applicants must include a resume and with a cover letter addressing all the key selection criteria for the position.

Please contact Georgia Hooper at georgia.h@bwahs.com.au for further information or a copy of the position description.

Integrated Family Services (IFS) Practitioner

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants preferred.

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Full Time

The role of the Integrated Family Services (IFS) Practitioner is to promote healthy family dynamics which include safety from violence, living a safe lifestyle, stability within the home, personal wellbeing and to assist in enhancing the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and their families. The role requires working collaboratively with Aboriginal families and Communities to build child, family and community capacity and resilience through effective case management. Assessments and planning are undertaken using the ‘Best Interests Framework’ and the ‘Family Violence Risk Assessment Framework’.

The key focus of the role is to work in collaboration with other Boorndawan Willam Aboriginal Healing Service (BWAHS) programs, other Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCO’s) in partnership with external support services to ensure comprehensive integrated service delivery. This is primarily an outreach role delivered to children, young people and families in their homes and may involve working from multiple worksites and requires a driver’s licence.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. An understanding of contemporary Aboriginal culture and the history of intergenerational trauma.
2. Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated relevant work experience.
3. Experience in working in the Child & Family Services sector or related areas including parenting support, analysis of child safety and wellbeing and overall family dynamics.
4. Experience in providing Case Management or Case Coordination to Aboriginal families, children and young people.
5. Experience in working within the family violence sector or related areas.
6. Ability to engage families of varying ages, stages and family types who have multiple and complex needs.
7. Knowledge of services in the Eastern Metropolitan Region and/or a willingness to learn.
8. Understanding of State and Regional Aboriginal family violence strategies and frameworks.
9. Intermediate computer skills including Outlook, Word and Excel with experience and a sound knowledge of data reporting using the application IRIS is desired.
10. Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
11. Willingness to embrace opportunities for professional development where appropriate.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

It is a condition of employment that BWAHS be provided with the following:

• Current Victorian Driver’s License
• Current Working with Children’s Check
• Undertake National Police Check
• Copy of Vaccination Certificate

Application Process

• All applicants must include a resume and a cover letter addressing all the key selection criteria for the position.

Please contact Georgia Hooper at georgia.h@bwahs.com.au for further information or a copy of the position description.

Aboriginal Practitioner – The Orange Door.

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants preferred.

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Full Time

BWAHS has partnered with The Orange Door (TOD) to provide culturally informed support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community members affected by family violence. The Aboriginal Practitioner role is located at the TOD office in the Inner East Metropolitan Region (Box Hill) and will provide intake, assessment and planning to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander clients.

The Aboriginal Practitioner will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high quality, culturally safe and effective responses to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people seeking support and safety through the Orange Door. The agency provides a whole of family approach with a focus on victim/survivor safety and well-being, with supports also offered to users of violence to engage with services to address these behaviours and other support needs.

The Aboriginal Practitioner will report to the Orange Door Team Leader on a day-to-day basis with formal line management and supervision provided by BWAHS. They will also receive support and guidance from the Orange Door Aboriginal Practice Leader.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and the ability to effectively communicate with Aboriginal people including women and children, men and families.
2. Demonstrated practical experience working in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community, especially in relation to case management.
3. A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Service, Welfare or the willingness to work towards a qualification.
4. Demonstrated ability to work successfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to address a range of complex and diverse needs, including understanding of the importance of culture and Community connection.
5. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the key contributing factors to family violence and the consequent vulnerability to children and family members.
6. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and a knowledge of the privacy requirements relevant to the role.
7. Able to cooperate and work well with others to pursue team goals, collaborate and share information, show consideration, concern and respect for others feeling and ideas, and be able to accommodate differing approaches to case management.
8. Demonstrated ability to identify, assess and prioritise risks and needs of community members in a whole of family approach.
9. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

It is a condition of employment that BWAHS be provided with the following:

• Current Victorian Driver’s License
• Current Working with Children’s Check
• Undertake National Police Check
• Copy of Vaccination Certificate

Application Process

• All applicants must include a resume and with a cover letter addressing all the key selection criteria for the position.

Please contact Georgia Hooper at georgia.h@bwahs.com.au for further information or a copy of the position description.

Adolescent Family Violence Practitioner 

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants preferred.

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• Are you an Experienced Practitioner with a passion to positively impact families affected by Adolescent Violence? 
• Use your expertise and compassion with comprehensive risk and support needs in Aboriginal Families.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, SCHADS level 5 plus super and salary packaging up to $15,900.

About Us

Boorndawan Willam Aboriginal Healing Service (BWAHS) are the lead specialists in Aboriginal specific family violence services across the Eastern Metropolitan Region. The organisation has developed an excellent record of providing high quality family violence and trauma informed intensive case management, integrated family service responses and evidence based therapeutic programs to individuals and groups for a whole family approach.

The Position

Full Time – Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants preferred.

We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Adolescent Using Violence Practitioner to join our Integrated Family Services team in Bayswater, Melbourne.

The role is not just a job but a meaningful journey, specially designed for compassionate individuals who have extensive cultural knowledge and understanding of the complex needs and solutions for families affected by adolescent violence in the home.

In this pivotal role, you will be at the heart of our outreach efforts, focusing on meeting with families to conduct comprehensive assessments and develop multifaceted case plans. These plans will address the complex, multi-level needs of entire families, with a particular emphasis on young individuals using violence within their family dynamics.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 

• Engaging directly with families, building trust and understanding their unique situations.
• Conducting thorough family assessments, crafting detailed and holistic case plans.
• Providing relentless support to families in connecting with necessary referrals.
• Operating in an outreach capacity, actively engaging people and managing cases with a focus on parents and parenting strategies.
• Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s strategic objectives and maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need demonstrated experience working with complex casework and case management with families affected by adolescent violence.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrated experience working with families with complex needs such as family violence, drug and alcohol and mental health issues.
• An understanding of the complexity of the experience of family violence in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal culture and intergenerational trauma, with a commitment to the safety and healing of Aboriginal families, children, and young people.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people both young and old, and the ability to communicate and engage them to achieve effective outcomes.
• Demonstrated organisational skills including the ability to meet deadlines and prioritise work tasks.
• Demonstrated capacity to work creatively, show initiative, contribute ideas and be active in a supportive team environment within  busy family service.
• Strong capacity to engage in collaborative practice
• Demonstrated high-level written, oral and interpersonal communication skills

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

It is a condition of employment that BWAHS be provided with the following:

• Current Victorian Driver’s License
• Current Working with Children’s Check
• Undertake National Police Check
• Copy of Vaccination Certificate

Application Process

• All applicants must include a resume and a cover letter addressing all the key selection criteria for the position.

Please contact Georgia Hooper at georgia.h@bwahs.com.au for further information or a copy of the position description.