Make a difference by helping keep women and children safe.
Communicare is seeking 10 Casual Team Members to join a casual pool supporting our Men's Behaviour Change Programs, including Breathing Space and Connect and Respect.
Working within residential, community and custodial settings, you'll support men to address the use of violence and abuse in their relationships through behaviour change interventions, case management, group work and individual support.
Specialist Behaviour Change Facilitator roles and Behaviour Change Support Worker roles are available.
Shifts, including daytime, evening, overnight and weekend are available across all of our Perth locations, in particular our 24/7 residential locations in Calista and Maylands. Longer FIFO opportunities are also available at our location in Hedland for those that have this flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery of men's behaviour change programs.
Facilitate or assist with group sessions and client activities.
Conduct intake assessments and contribute to case management.
Complete risk assessments, safety planning and case notes.
Provide client support, advocacy and referrals.
Respond appropriately to challenging behaviours, crisis situations and emotional distress.
Build effective relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders.
About You
You are passionate about Family and Domestic Violence prevention and supporting positive behaviour change. You will have:
Working towards completing or completed a 4-year qualification in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Community Services or a related field, and/or significant relevant experience.
Experience working in FDVA, community services, justice, mental health or a related sector.
Strong communication, engagement and problem-solving skills.
The ability to manage challenging behaviours and work in crisis situations.
Experience working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Current Driver's Licence
Satisfactory Police clearance (not older than 6 months from the issue date)
Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
Department of Justice Clearance (where required)
Why Join Communicare?
Meaningful work that creates safer communities.
Professional development opportunities.
Flexible casual shifts, including daytime, evenings, overnights and weekends.
Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support.
Inclusive, values-driven workplace culture.
About Communicare
Communicare delivers over 45 people-focused services that support individuals, families and communities to thrive and create better futures. With almost 50 years of experience, we have built a strong reputation for genuinely caring about the people we help.
We are an organisation driven by our values of Everyone Is Welcome, Doing What We Say, Above and Beyond, and Stronger Together. Communicare is committed to inclusion, cultural safety and empowering the people we serve.
Apply Now
If you are a purpose driven individual and this sounds like something you want to be a part of, please apply with an updated resume. A cover letter will be highly regarded to outline key achievements and experience relevant to the role however not mandatory.
Applications will be reviewed on receipt. Shortlisting and interviewing may begin immediately.
Communicare values diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities.
This role is designated under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) to promote equality; Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Unsolicited agency applications will not be accepted.
