Victim Support Worker

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Your new organisation

At Merri Health we strive to enrich diverse communities through the provision of quality health care and support services.  A career at Merri will see you contributing to a culture that affects change for our clients and the wider community.  We are committed to supporting the talent and skills of our employees because we know their capability is the key to our success. 

Your new role

An exciting opportunity exists for two full time Victim Support Worker positions in a dynamic organisation that provides a range of services to clients. Merri Health is a provider of the Victims Assistance Program (VAP) in the Northern Metropolitan Region since 1999 and has grown and developed into the well-established program that it is today.

VAP support includes intake, support work and counselling. Merri Health is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Victims Support Worker to join our growing team; which is funded by the Department of Justice and Regulation.

The VAP office is based in Preston, with direct service provided to clients and organisations at other locations across the Northern Metropolitan region.

Working as part of a dynamic, growing team, you will enjoy excellent benefits including attractive remuneration, salary packaging and opportunities for training and professional development.

As part of the Victim Assistance Program team at Merri Health, your main responsibilities will include:

• Provision of intake, information and referral services for the Northern Metropolitan Region VAP
• Carrying a case load, as directed
• Provision of some practical support and casework including: support assessment, case plan development, advocacy, education, referral and allocation of brokerage funds
• Establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with key stakeholders
• Developing strong relationships with Victoria Police via co-location

This is a full time role offered on an fixed term (30/06/2020) basis. You will be based in Preston. In order to be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia. 

What you’ll need to succeed

To be successful with Merri you will go above and beyond to achieve great results for our clients, the organisation and yourself.  We’re looking for individuals with:

• A desire to continuously develop and challenge themselves
• An innovative spirit to help us grow and succeed
• A willingness to respond to changing environments to better our communities
• The ability to embrace diversity, respecting and celebrating differences across our organisation and the wider community
• Relevant tertiary qualifications
• Demonstrated experience and skills in the information provision, intake, risk assessment and referral
• Demonstrated casework and/ or case management experience
• Experience/knowledge of basic counselling, utilising a variety of intervention methods and the development of ongoing support structures
• Highly developed interpersonal, oral, written skills

What we offer

This opportunity will give you exposure to…

We offer a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which encourages you to bring your whole self to work.  As the successful applicant you’ll be joining an organisation where you will be supported to grow, learn and develop your skills to reach your potential.