• Access to our extensive Workplace Wellbeing Program, which includes a broad range of discounts and special offers
• Immerse yourself in an inclusive, diverse and supportive culture
• Classification : Community Development Worker Class 3 or Social Worker Grade 2 *
Who We Are and What We Stand For
Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care. To realise this vision we need people who strive for a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation and looking for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others.
In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.
What You Will Be Doing
This crucial casual positionl facilitates quality Mens Behaviour Change Groups by working within a group context with men using violence to enhance the safety of women and children. This role will acknowledge and work with the understanding of violence as primarily being gender based whilst also holding the complexities of trauma and life experiences in a holistic approach to practice.
For more information refer to Position Description
What You Need
We anticipate you will have:
• Tertiary Qualification in Social Work/Psychology/Social Science or related fields.
• Qualifications must align with the Mandatory Minimum Qualification Requirements for Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Recommendation 209).
• Demonstrated skills and experience in group work facilitation
• Experience in completing risk assessments and safety planning with high-risk clients with complex needs using the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management (MARAM) Frameworks and tools particularly the Adult’s Using Family Violence (AUFV)
• Demonstrated ability to work with difficult and complex clients to reduce risk and/or harm, using defusing, self-management and reflective practice.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice for working with men who use family violence and the impacts of family violence for family members and broader community.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively and effectively in all professional relationships, including co-facilitation.
What Next
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact People Experience Team on 9784-2700
For role specific information contact Lewis Burnside at lburnside@phcn.vic.gov.au
The role ceases advertising on 19 June 2025
Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Additional Requirements
Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
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