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Family Support Worker, Hedland Women's Refuge

JuniorMid levelFull-timeOfficePort Hedland WA 6721, AustraliaPosted 3 weeks agoVerified 3 weeks ago
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About the job

The Family Support Worker job is all about providing essential support to women and children escaping family violence. This role plays a crucial part in creating a safe and nurturing environment, helping individuals navigate their journey towards safety and independence. The team values collaboration and is committed to making a positive impact in the community.

You'll be responsible for

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Providing family violence support

Providing collaborative and specialist support to women and children escaping family violence within a crisis and refuge setting.
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Offering holistic support

Providing holistic, culturally safe, client-led support across various areas including safety, independence, well-being, housing, social inclusion, and employment.
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Collaborating with services

Working collaboratively with a range of services and stakeholders to support women and children in reaching their goals.

Key criteria

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Community services or family violence experience

Experience in community services or family violence support is essential.

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Understanding of Aboriginal culture

Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and current issues faced by families is crucial.

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Collaborative teamwork skills

Ability to work effectively within teams and with stakeholders is vital.

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5 criteria for this job
Community services or family violence experience
Experience in community services or family violence support is essential.

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Understanding of Aboriginal culture
Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and current issues faced by families is crucial.

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Collaborative teamwork skills
Ability to work effectively within teams and with stakeholders is vital.

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Knowledge of trauma impact
Understanding trauma's effects on women and children is necessary.

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Understanding of child development
Knowledge of cultural safety, attachment, and child development is important.

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