Coordinator, Family and Domestic Violence Programs
ABOUT YWCA AUSTRALIAYWCA Australia is a feminist not-for-profit organisation focused on improving gender equality for women, young women and girls. Together we challenge the systems, structures and policies that act as barriers to women, especially young women, achieving their full potential.Our evidence-based programs and services aim to be inclusive of all women and offer support with housing, homelessness, safety and wellbeing. We aim to positively impact the lives of more than two million women, young women and girls by the end of 2023.ABOUT THIS ROLEYWCA Australia is currently seeking a dedicated Coordinator, Family and Domestic Violence Programs, to join our Service Delivery Team. This role is offered on a part time (45.6 hours per fortnight) basis on a maximum term contract ending on 30/06/2023 and can be based in Campbelltown, Nowra or Bowral.The Coordinator, Domestic and Family Violence Programs is accountable tothe Regional Manager for the effective and efficient coordination of domestic and family violence programs located primarily in the Southern Highlands and Shoalhaven regions.The Coordinator will work with the Regional Manager and service delivery team to drive change and continuous improvement processes to ensure the delivery of safe, effective trauma informed client services, including case management and care coordination.ABOUT YOUThe ideal applicant we are seeking will have:Tertiary qualifications in Social Work or Psychology and/or extensive experience in the coordination of domestic and family violence programs and/or services.Demonstrated ability to apply an extensive understanding of the requirements necessary to coordinate domestic and family violence programs in the non-government organisation sector.Experience in providing regular supervision and support to staff using trauma informed, strengths based reflective practice to build autonomy and resilience.Experience working as part of a team to develop, implement and monitor key performance targets and reporting requirements to the required standard.Previous experience establishing, building and maintaining strategic networks with external providers and potential funding bodies to improve service delivery and enhance collaborative working relationships.Ability to review, develop and implement organisational policies, guidelines and procedures in accordance with strategic planning principles, priorities and legislative requirements.Demonstrated experience managing stakeholders and contributing to tender and funding submissions as required.Hold a valid NSW Driver’s License and a valid NSW working with children check.Strong supporter of Women’s Rights and willing to push the boundaries.Team player who is approachable with strong interpersonal and listening skills together with the ability to empower.Results focused, self-motivated and a self-starter who goes above and beyond.Doesn’t settle, strives for continues improvement and has a high level of integrity.This position will require the applicant to satisfactorily complete a national criminal history record check and hold the relevant state based working with vulnerable persons permit prior to employment. INTERESTED? APPLY ONLINE TODAY!Please address the selection criteria in a Cover Letter to be considered for this position. APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Thursday 15th October 2020View Position Description here 40AUDSydney 2007
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