SAL - Response and Connection Practitioner

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SAL - Response and Connection Practitioner Brisbane, Queensland 4000, Australia • Part-time Description As a Response & Connection Practitioner for the Sexual Violence Support Service, you will focus on providing high quality support to individuals who have been impacted by sexual violence and assault or have been identified as part of the Commission of Inquiry into Forensic DNA Testing in Queensland. Although no two days are the same, you can expect to assist inbound callers by providing crisis counselling, information, risk assessment and referral pathways to ongoing specialist counselling from either our own Specialist Counsellors or recommended external counselling services. The role works collaboratively with the Queensland Sexual Assault Network service, Queensland Police, and other community services. As part of the Sexual Violence Support Line, it is important that our practitioners maintain and build positive working relationships with external stakeholders to facilitate smooth referral pathways to all clients accessing our service. Our Sexual Violence Support Line primarily engages and supports all people impacted by sexual violence and sexual assault, both recent and historical. This service line is open between 07:30 - 23:30, 7 days a week. About you: Tertiary Qualification (minimum 3 years duration) in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, or relevant field - Mandatory. Eligible or holds membership with one of the following bodies or profession - AASW, ACA, APS or PACFA. Experience in delivering trauma-informed and compassionate support to individuals who have been personally or vicariously impacted by sexual violence and assault. Demonstrated understanding of intersectional feminist practice and how this is used as a framework to understand and respond to the gendered nature of violence against women and children. High level of resilience and good self-care practices in place to support working in an environment that can be challenging and demanding at times. Availability to do shifts between the hours of 7:30 to 23:30. What's in it for you? Monthly staff activities. Uplifting and supportive team environment. Be surrounded by Brisbane's top practitioners. Role Type Pay Rate 85000 AUD - 95000 AUD (Annum) Company Overview At DVConnect, we are passionate about supporting people whose lives have been impacted by domestic, family, and sexual violence. We do this through the provision of support, counselling and education about options. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse community we support. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities and people who identify as LGBTIQ+. At DVConnect you can enjoy a rewarding work environment where you can make a difference in the lives of others every day. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. #J-18808-Ljbffr