Mens Behaviour Change Practitioner

Uniting Careers; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Staff discount

Parental leave (up to 10 weeks)

EAP counselling

Training & development

Op Shop discount

Job summary

Uniting is hiring a Men’s Behaviour Change Practitioner in Melbourne, VIC. The role delivers group-based FV intervention for men referred by Corrections Victoria or the courts, with intake assessments and referrals as part of a collaborative, risk-managed service.

The role sits in a supportive team, focusing on safety and service integration within the FV system, under SCHADS Level 5, with salary packaging and generous leave options.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate qualifications in Social Work, Psychology or equivalent.
• Principal Facilitator in line with the Men’s Behaviour Change Standards (Graduate Certificate in Client Assessment and Case Management) or willingness to obtain.
• Experience working in Family Violence service system.
• Prior experience in group facilitation.
• Proven experience in Family Violence intervention and support service delivery.
• Sound understanding of FV Protection Act 2008, Victorian FV service reforms, and the MARAM framework.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group-based family violence intervention for men identified as perpetrators.
• Conduct initial intake assessments and individual sessions as needed.
• Provide referrals to consumers referred to the program.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team and other services to manage risk and increase safety.

Skills

Group facilitation

FV service system experience

Risk management collaboration

Communication

Education

Undergraduate qualifications in Social Work or Psychology or equivalent

Graduate Certificate in Client Assessment and Case Management (MB Change Standards)

Willingness to obtain Principal Facilitator status

Job description

• Access salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Part-time, ongoing position
• Based in Epping

Your new role

As a Men’s Behaviour Change Practitioner, you will deliver group-based family violence intervention for men who have been identified as perpetrators of family violence, and have been referred by Corrections Victoria, the Magistrates Court or through community streams.

In this role, you may also conduct initial intake assessments, individual sessions and provide appropriate referrals to consumers who have been referred to the program. You will work within a dynamic team and in collaboration with other services to manage risk and increase the safety of people affected by family violence.

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to your hourly rate (SCHADS Level 5) + super, you can access the following.

• Access salary packaging to increase take-home pay.
• Enjoy a 10% discount at Uniting Early Learning
• Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
• Free counselling with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.
• Enjoy 25% off at Uniting Op Shops.

Your skills and experience

• Undergraduate qualifications in Social Work, Psychology or equivalent.
• Principal Facilitator in line with the Men’s Behaviour Change Standards (Graduate Certificate in Client Assessment and Case Management) or willingness to obtain
• Experience working in Family Violence service system
• Prior experience in group facilitation
• Proven experience in Family Violence intervention and support service delivery
• Sound understanding of the Family Violence Protection Act 2008, Victorian government family violence service system reforms, the MARAM framework.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBT+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.

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