Community Services and Development,Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical,Voluntary, Charity & Social Work
Micah Projects is a community based not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create justice and respond to injustice at the personal, social, and structural levels in church, government, business, and society. We believe that every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity, and connection with their community of choice. Micah Projects provides a range of support and advocacy services to individuals and families.
Job Description
The Safer Lives Mobile Service (SLMS) is a specialist 24/7 outreach service that provides critical support to women and children experiencing domestic and family violence. Referred by DV Connect, the Queensland Police Service, and Queensland Health Social Workers, we offer practical assistance to those in motels and awaiting placement in refuges, temporary supported accommodation, or long-term housing solutions.
We are seeking a Safer Lives After-Hours Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will provide mobile support to women, children, and other victims of domestic and family violence who are facing a housing crisis. You will help connect them with safe, affordable, and appropriate emergency and long-term housing options. Additionally, you will assist the Team Leader in coordinating the operations of the program.
This is a permanent full time employment opportunity with conditions and salary at Level 5 of the SCHADS Award.
Desired Skills and Experience
Key Responsibilities and Requirements:
Provide Leadership and Guidance: Utilize your minimum of 5 years' experience in human services, preferably in a senior practitioner or emerging leadership role, to lead and mentor team members.
Crisis Management: Respond effectively to crisis situations, employing strong problem-solving skills to handle multiple demands simultaneously in a high-pressure environment.
Support After-Hours Team: Work shift times between 12 PM – 8 PM Monday to Friday to assist and support the Safer Lives After Hours team members, ensuring continuous service provision.
Ensure Legislative Compliance: Maintain and apply up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, such as the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 and the Child Protection Act 1999, to all aspects of your work.
Client Engagement: Demonstrate experience in working directly with individuals in a human service setting, providing support, advocacy, and assistance to those affected by domestic and family violence.
For more information about the role and to learn more about the key selection criteria, see Position Description.
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Join a well-recognised multidisciplinary organisation;
Salary Packaging option up to $15,899, increasing your take home pay (additional meals and entertainment card option up to $2,650);
Access to other employee benefits, including supply of uniforms, and wellbeing hub;
Ongoing professional development opportunities, including further training, so you can broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us;
Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program.
How to Apply!
If you believe that you have interest, passion, and desire to make a difference in people’s lives, please visit the Micah Projects Careers Page to apply for this position.
Please supply a Resume/CV and a covering letter/email addressing the Key Responsibilities and Essential Criteria (maximum of 2 pages), along with any other relevant documentation.
While the deadline to receive applications is 5pm, Friday 4 October 2024, applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!
Micah Projects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.
