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* $51 per hour plus Superannuation and generous salary sacrificing options
* Ongoing training and development
* Subsidised Professional Supervision
CatholicCare Central Queensland is a large, vibrant, and highly regarded not-for-profit organisationproviding a broad range of quality social services throughout the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton. Guided by our Christian ethos and the principles of Catholic Social Justice, we are committed to inclusive service delivery and proudly welcome employees and clients of all religions, backgrounds, and beliefs.
The CatholicCare Central Queensland and Helem Yumba Domestic & Family Violence Responseprogram provides a range of collaborative and person-centred support interventions to adults, children and young people who are experiencing, or who are at risk of experiencing, domestic and family violence. The partnership between CatholicCare and Helem Yumba ensures that all domestic and family violence supports are provided in a culturally safe way.
The Adolescent Boys Senior Practitioner is responsible for delivering trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive support services to adolescent boys and young men aged 12–18 who are using, or are at risk of using, violence within family and intimate relationships. The role focuses on direct service delivery, including risk and safety assessment, case planning, therapeutic engagement and coordinated support to promote safety,accountability, recovery and healthier relationship behaviours.
The position works with a high level of autonomy in the delivery of complex client work and contributes to the effective operation of the Supporting Adolescent Boys Trial through accurate documentation, data collection and collaboration with internal teams, partner organisations and external stakeholders. Services are delivered in accordance with CatholicCare policies and procedures, with a strong emphasis on accessibility, inclusion and cultural safety for diverse participants, including First Nations youth, participants with disability and culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
* Delivering direct, trauma-informed case management and intervention services to adolescent boys and young men using, or at risk of using, violence;
* Engaging participants using developmentally appropriate techniques to complete comprehensive risk, safety and needs assessments;
* Developing, implementing and reviewing individualised safety plans and case plans in collaboration with participants and relevant stakeholders;
* Supporting participants to develop emotional regulation, accountability and pro-social behaviours that promote safer and healthier relationships;
* Facilitating or coordinating therapeutic, healing and pro-social activities in conjunction with individual support work;
* Advocating for participants and supporting navigation of service systems, including education, housing, legal, mental health and youth services;
* Maintaining accurate, timely and confidential client records, assessments and plans in CSNet in line with organisational and funding requirements;
* Contributing to program monitoring, data collection and evaluation activities to support evidence building and service improvement;
* Working collaboratively with internal teams, partner agencies and statutory bodies to support coordinated and safe responses.
Qualifications and Experience
* Relevant certificate level qualification with substantial experience (or higher);
* Minimum three (3) years' experience within the community / human services sector;
* Prior experience in DFV intervention and prevention, including advocacy, trauma‐informed care and crisis intervention; and
* Degree level qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Community & Human Services (or equivalent); and/or
* Registration or eligibility for registration with relevant professional bodies.
Core Competencies
* Substantial experience engaging young people from diverse backgrounds and strong verbal/written communication to collaborate with clients, staff and external stakeholders;
* Substantial knowledge of issues affecting families and individuals experiencing DFV, child abuse, trauma, suicidal ideation and self‐harm;
* High‐level knowledge of trauma‐informed practice and attachment within DFV family systems;
* Demonstrated case management and direct client support experience with adolescents/young men;
* Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality within Child Protection and DFV legislation and the ability to navigate legal privacy limits and information‐sharing protocols;
* Demonstrated capability in comprehensive safety and risk assessment and de‐escalation of challenging behaviours;
* High level of organisational and time‐management skills;
* Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as a member of a team; and
* Sound level of computer literacy.
The successful candidate will also be required to demonstrate entitlement to work in Australia, and to disclose any pre-existing injury or disease which may be adversely affected by undertaking the inherent requirements of the position.
All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of relevant screening and background checks, including an Australian Federal Police check, an NDIS disability worker screening check, and attainment of a Blue Card for working with children, prior to commencement.
What to Do Next - Early applications are encouraged. Applications will be assessed as they are received, and shortlisting may occur throughout the advertising period.
To apply for this position, please submit the following documents:
* Your current resume
* A cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role
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Your application will include the following questions:
* Do you hold a current Australian drivers licence?
* Do you currently hold an NDIS worker screening and/or a Blue Card working with children?
* Please outline your experience working with youth impacted by domestic and family violence?
* Will you need to relocate for this position?
* What is your proposed timeframe?
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