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CADA offers a range of job opportunities for graduates, trainees and entry level applicants. Our domestic and family violence practitioners hold degrees in social work, human services, justice, law, education, counselling and other fields. We also have staff working on special projects and administration. Our staff work from our offices in Caboolture, Redcliffe and Strathpine and from police stations in Moreton Bay.

Vacancies

PRADO Support Worker

CADA is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to support the delivery of quality case management activities to maximise the safety of all families at risk. This position provides early intervention, safety skills, planning and information for families across Moreton Bay following Queensland Police Service (QPS) attendance to their homes in relation to domestic and family violence.

CADA encourages applicants from a variety of backgrounds, we value a diverse workforce and pride ourselves on inclusivity.

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Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Practitioner

CADA is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to provide brief intervention and counselling including emotional support, information, referral and advocacy to people experiencing domestic and family violence, undertaking risk assessments, safety planning and providing assistance completing Domestic Violence Protection Order applications.

CADA encourages applicants from a variety of backgrounds, we value a diverse workforce and pride ourselves on inclusivity.

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Women's Wellbeing Practitioner

CADA is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to provide intake support, information, referrals, counselling, group facilitation, projects and community education for women who have experienced gender based violence.

CADA encourages applicants from a variety of backgrounds, we value a diverse workforce and pride ourselves on inclusivity. We offer internal employment and development opportunities.

To apply submit a resume and response to selection criteria outlined in position description to recruitment@cada.org.au 

Position Description – Women’s Wellbeing Practitioner

Operations Officer

CADA encourages applicants from a variety of backgrounds, we value a diverse workforce and pride ourselves on inclusivity. We offer internal employment and development opportunities.

The Operations Officer supports the operational needs of CADA. The role will support the Finance and Operations Manager to ensure that responsive services are provided in a timely and professional manner. 

This position will provide comprehensive general administration support on a relief basis across the CADA offices in Caboolture, Redcliffe or Strathpine as required or directed.

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Treasurer - CADA Board

The Centre Against Domestic Abuse (CADA) is seeking a Treasurer for our Board of Governance. This is a volunteer position.

ABOUT US

The Centre Against Domestic Abuse (CADA) is a community organisation funded by the Queensland Government to respond to adults and children affected by domestic, family and sexual violence. We provide counselling and crisis/court support, referrals, risk assessment and safety planning, and high risk integrated service responses, as well as trauma informed recovery focused support for women. CADA is active in advocacy, community education and early intervention and, prevention strategies work towards a future free from domestic and family violence, in partnership with government and organisations working in the sector. We operate from offices at Caboolture, Redcliffe and Strathpine.

OUR VISION

A future free from domestic and family violence.

OUR MISSION

To provide domestic, family and sexual violence support in Moreton Bay through prevention, early intervention, crisis response and recovery to promote safety and healing.

OUR GOALS

  • CADA influences and informs the region and is recognised as specialist leaders in prevention and response to domestic, family and sexual violence.
  • CADA is committed to a strengths based and client centred practice in service provision.
  • CADA develops and sustains systems and initiatives that are locally driven and future informed.
  • CADA is committed to continuous improvement through reflection and the dedication to excellence.

 

THE TREASURER

The Treasurer is responsible for overseeing the financial affairs of the organisation, and keeping the Board informed about the finances. The Treasurer liaises with the CEO in the first instance in relation to financial matters. The Treasurer reports to the full Board and is responsible to the other members. Knowledge of accounting principles and book keeping procedures is recommended, and a general understanding of the XERO system would be an advantage. Our Board meets once every 6 weeks.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Liaising with designated staff in preparing and monitoring annual budgets
  • Making sure financial records are up to date and in order in conjunction with staff
  • Approving the paying wages, tax, bills in conjunction with at least one other bank account signatory
  • Liaising with designated staff in organising and preparing the necessary information for audit
  • Making sure financial returns are sent to relevant government departments/funding bodies, as required
  • Liaising with designated staff in organising the annual balance sheet, accounts and report for presentation to the members of the organisation at the AGM
  • In conjunction with CEO, reviewing insurances annually
  • Performing an annual PBI self-assessment in conjunction with designated staff and report results to Board
  • Presenting regular financial reports at Board meetings. It is important that the reports are presented in a way that Board members can understand. Members will then be able to fulfil their responsibilities by keeping a check on the financial state of the organisation.

 

Please submit all applications to Jae@cada.org.au.

Policy and Communications Officer

CADA encourages applicants from a variety of backgrounds, we value a diverse workforce and pride ourselves on inclusivity. We offer internal employment and development opportunities.

The Policy and Communications Officer will provide assistance to the Coordinator Operations and Compliance and Manager Finance and Operations to maintain and develop policies and procedures to meet Human Service Quality Framework requirements and other certification required.

The Policy and Communications Officer has input into a wide range of communications and platforms. These include printed and electronic collaterals such as CADA’s website, Facebook and other social media accounts. The role has the skills, knowledge and ability to liaise regarding design, printing and publishing of communication materials. 

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No current vacancies

CADA regularly offers job opportunities in the fields of Human Services including domestic and family violence practitioners, counsellors, project workers and admin workers. Please check this page again for new vacancies.