Men's Behaviour Change Program FacilitatorPosted: 03/10/2024Closing Date: 27/10/2024Job Type: Permanent - Part TimeLocation: Melbourne - Northern RegionJob Category: Community Development, HealthcareGreat People. Great Careers. Excellent HealthcareDPV Health is a leading healthcare service provider in Melbourne's northern growth corridor, delivering a wide variety of clinical, community health and wellbeing services.Our People are the foundation of DPV Health; they are what make our organisation thrive and the ones who create meaningful change in people's lives. Over 700 professionals support and deliver excellent health care to our community at DPV Health. We are always looking for passionate, driven, great people to join our team and make a lasting impact.Our workplace culture is committed to DPV Health values and celebrates workforce diversity reinforcing the positive approach we have to the way people contribute, communicate, engage and interact. Our People deserve to feel empowered and supported as they pursue their professional goals, learn new skills, and achieve meaningful milestones in their work. At DPV Health, we foster an environment that promotes greater growth, innovation, and collaboration.Job DescriptionGreatness starts here - About the Bridges to Freedom Program – Men's Behaviour ChangeThere are four distinct service elements in DPV Health's Bridges to Freedom Program:A 20-week group program for men using a Dialectical Behaviour ModelA case management program for up to six months providing weekly individual support to menA 12-week group program available to men six months or more after graduating from the 20-week group programFamily safety contact work offering support to women who have been in a relationship with the man in the past two yearsDesired Skills and ExperienceAbout the opportunity:The position sits within the Mental Health, Family Violence, Communities and Families Directorate. The role of group facilitator is integral to program and specifically creates a space to:Encourage men to take responsibility for their use of family violenceProvide an opportunity for men to explore attitudes and beliefs that may influence their use of violenceIncrease men's understanding of the impact of their use of family violence on their partners and/or childrenTeach men skills to manage their emotions, distress and interpersonal effectivenessAssist men in making changes towards developing safe and respectful relationship with their partners and children.The Facilitator offers a specialist response including comprehensive assessment, risk management, facilitation of weekly groups. In this role, you will demonstrate the following:Proven capacities to work effectively with people impacted by family violence, including male perpetrators of violence.Demonstrated capacity to conduct risk assessments using the MARAM framework and safety planning for women and children.Experience in facilitating groups where there is varying client engagement.A good understanding of non-collusive practice and gendered context of family violence.An understanding of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy or a preparedness to undertake training.Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.A preparedness to work within an evidence-based framework and commitment to evaluation.A sensitivity to and understanding of clients' needs from diverse backgrounds.Bring your great, everyday!DPV Health is looking for candidates with:Working with Children's Check (WWCC)Victoria Police CheckCurrent Victorian Driver's LicenseHold a Bachelor of Social Work, Eligible for membership of AASW OR at least 5 years relevant experience and be working towards meeting recommendation 209 – social work degreeThe fine printSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check, hold a valid WWCCClosing date for applications 27th October 2024Our Talent ExperienceWe kindly request you include a covering letter, detailing your motivation for joining DPV Health and highlighting the qualities you bring to this position.For further information, please contact us. We will be actively reviewing applications as they are received, so please don't delay.DPV Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring we have an inclusive, diverse and safe workplace for our staff and clients.
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