Domestic & Family Violence
Offering a variety of workshops to the general public and eligible frontline workers, enabling them to understand the complexities of domestic and family violence.
Face-to-face, virtual and blended learning options – 2 hours+
Domestic & Family Violence
DV-alert is a free and nationally recognised training program with training and assessment delivered by Lifeline Australia and approved third parties on behalf of Lifeline Australia (RTO 88036). The program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services as a key initiative under the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032.
Description
- Virtual and face-to-face training.
- Opportunity to achieve nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the unit of competency CHCDFV001.
DV-alert is led by experienced trainers dedicated to ending violence against women and children. Our workshops provide a safe space for frontline workers to learn, connect and be empowered to recognise and respond confidently to those in crisis.
Our workshops are open to all frontline workers in Australia. This includes people who provide direct service and support, either paid or unpaid, to the community in sectors like health, allied health, education, childcare and the community.
You’ll learn how to:
- Recognise the signs of domestic and family violence
- Respond confidently with appropriate care
- Refer women and their children to appropriate support services.
About the training
DV-alert has flexible learning options. Whether you are looking to obtain the unit of competency, to upskill and refresh your knowledge or just to know what to do, there is a learning pathway for you.
Assessment Pathway
In this pathway, you will learn how to recognise the signs of domestic and family violence, how to respond to someone experiencing domestic and family violence and what best practice methods should be used to refer people to the most appropriate support service.
The DV-alert Assessment Pathway is made of three components plus assessment.
- 2-Day Foundations/First Nations
- eLearning Foundations (13 hours)
- 1-Day focused workshops
- Assessment
Delivery of training and assessment on behalf of Lifeline Australia RTO 88036.
DV-alert is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Go to www.dss.gov.au for more information.
This training program is NOT intended to equip participants to undertake therapeutic or counselling work.
After successful completion of each component, you will achieve a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the unit of competency CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence.
Available streams include:
2-Day Foundations workshops:
- Foundations
- First Nations (Metropolitan areas)
- First Nations (2-day accreditation for remote workforce only)
1-Day focused workshops:
- First Nations
- Gendered Violence in Diverse Communities
- Multicultural
- Men who use Violence
- Women with Disability
Self-paced eLearning courses
DV-alert eLearning is designed for participants who would prefer the flexibility of learning online. The General stream and Women with Disability is also offered as an eLearning course.
eLearning participants have a nine-week period to complete the training package. More information is available here.
Public awareness workshops
DV-aware workshops are also available to members of the public, with an introduction to understand domestic and family violence and what to do next.
- 2-Hour DV-aware
Learn the signs and forms of abuse, and what to do if you know someone experiencing domestic violence. Available to anyone 18 years and over and living in Australia.
- 1-Day DV-aware
Gain an understanding of the complexities of domestic and family violence. Learn how to recognise the signs, how to respond safely and how to refer when necessary. Available to anyone 18 years and over and living in Australia.
Please visit www.dvalert.org.au to apply for a place in a workshop near you.
Our Workplace Training Offerings
Our training can be used for professional development, continuous education, manager support, or general awareness. Professionals may claim CPD hours/credits/points as a pre-approved or self-directed learning activity, with clearly defined learning outcomes and attendance certificates supporting reporting obligations. For more information, please refer to your professional association or regulatory body.
As well as the programs outlined below, we also offer contextualised sessions and bespoke workplace training, workshops, and presentations. Please reach out to us via email to training@llsc.org.au if you would like to discuss how we can work together to meet the needs of your team.
Why train with us?
Lifeline South Coast is a local volunteer-based charitable organisation, with over 55-years of experience providing crisis support. The knowledge and skills gleaned over this period have informed the development of evidence-based training programs that strengthen the resilience and resourcefulness of our South Coast community.
Passionate about building individual and community resilience and educating people to reduce stigma surrounding mental ill health and suicide, the Lifeline South Coast training team is made up of a diverse group of skilled trainers. Working together to ensure people do not have to face their darkest moments alone, each trainer brings their unique voice, expertise, and experiences to the team. Utilising a flexible format to encourage interactive participation and increase learner engagement, the team are adept at contextualising training to ensure the content is relevant and practically applicable to individual workplaces, as well as every-day life.
The Cost of Mentally Unhealthy Workplaces
Supporting the mental health and wellbeing of employees is essential to maintaining a safe and supportive working environment. When looking at the cost of mentally unhealthy workplaces, studies have shown that:
- 91% of employees think mental health is an important workplace issue, however only 52% believe their workplace is mentally healthy.
- 1/5 Australian employees report that they have taken time off work due to feeling mentally unwell in the past 12 months.
- $10.9 billion per year = the cost of mental health conditions on Australian workplaces (including absenteeism, presenteeism, and compensation claims).
Fostering Mentally Healthy Workplaces
A mentally healthy work environment is one that promotes a positive and inclusive culture where staff feel appreciated and supported. Studies have shown that cultivating such a workplace culture not only benefits individual employees, but has a profound impact on the organisation as a whole:
- 3/4 of Australian employees say a mentally healthy workplace is important when looking for a job.
- $1 spent creating a mentally healthy workplace results in a positive return on investment (ROI) of 2.3.
- Mentally healthy workplaces enjoy increased staff engagement, performance, and productivity, and are better able to recruit and retain talent.
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