Locum – First Responder
Salary $56.00 - $56.00
Location West End QLD, Australia
We are seeking expressions of interest for a First Responder role with Immigrant Women’s Support Services in West End.
Overview:
- Female staff only, as permitted in s105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act.
- Both locum positions are paid at Category 3 rates – $56.00 per hour + 12% super.
- URGENT start | Commencing from 7th July | 2x 4 week locums with possible extension
- Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm.
- West End office location
- Limited street parking available
First Responder Role:
Mandatory Requirements:
- Female staff only, as permitted in s105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act.
- Mimimun Diploma qualification required
- Blue Card
- Current Police Check
- “C” class driver’s licence
- Right to work in Australia
- Strong phone skills and ability to respond to multiple incoming calls and referrals
Summary:
- Respond promptly and sensitively to initial contact from clients by phone, online platforms, or in person.
- Conduct preliminary risk screening and initial safety assessments in line with the Domestic and Family Violence Common Risk and Safety Framework (CRASF).
- Provide short-term, trauma-informed crisis intervention and de-escalation support.
- Prioritise and triage clients based on urgency and safety risk, and escalate critical cases appropriately