Empower Your Workplace: Family and Domestic Violence Contact Officer Training

Description

Event Details

3 April 2025, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Family and domestic violence (‘FDV’) is a critical national health and welfare issue. It is also an often-underappreciated workplace issue. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, two thirds of women experiencing violence from a current partner are employed. Further, approximately one in five Australian workers experiencing FDV report the violence continuing in the workplace.

In recognition of the prevalence of FDV in our community, all employees are now entitled to 10 days’ paid family and domestic violence leave.

Now, more than ever, it is imperative that your Managers, Directors and HR team understand the challenges that an employee’s exposure to FDV can present for them as an individual, as well as to the broader workforce, and to appreciate how to support employees experiencing FDV while also managing legal risk.

Join our intensive in-person 4-hour FDV Contact Officer Training Course, delivered in partnership with Transitioning Well, and equip your team with the knowledge and skills to make a real difference.

This training will support you to:

      • Understand the minimum legal entitlements and the health and safety considerations for employees experiencing FDV
      • Learn how privacy and confidentiality considerations apply to FDV disclosures
      • Learn best practice for workplace policies and procedures
      • Develop practical support strategies
      • Manage sensitive disclosures while mitigating legal risk
      • Implement measures to proactively identify at-risk employees
      • Review case studies exploring practical strategies and processes to best manage specific scenarios relating to family and domestic violence

Training Course Duration:

4 hours

What You’ll Gain:

  • Comprehensive understanding of what constitutes FDV and the relevant legal obligations in respect to employees experiencing FDV
  • Confidence in identifying and supporting affected employees
  • Skills to confidentially manage and respond to employee disclosures in this sensitive space while managing legal risk
  • Strategies to foster and maintain appropriate and supportive conversations with individuals experiencing FDV
  • Ability to develop and implement workplace measures to manage FDV

Course Details:

Event Details:

Venue: HR Legal Offices, Level 6, 10 River Street, South Yarra 
Date:  Thursday, 3 April 2025
Time:  10:00am – 2:00pm AEDT (including breaks and light refreshments)
Cost:  $750 (plus GST) per participant

 

Group discounts available for multiple attendees – contact us at events@hrlegal.com.au

To register your interest, please fill out the form below. Once you have registered, you will be sent a link for payment.

*Limited Spots Available! Secure your place today – maximum of 3 participants per organisation. For bespoke workplace training, email us at info@hrlegal.com.au

About the Facilitators

Georgie Chapman 

Georgie is a Partner at HR Legal with substantial experience in both litigious and non-litigious employment and workplace relations.

Recognising the complexities and sensitivities surrounding family and domestic violence in the workplace, Georgie assists clients in navigating the legal and ethical considerations involved. She assists organisations develop comprehensive policies and procedures that prioritise employee safety while managing legal risks.

Georgie tailors her training to each client’s unique workplace culture, focusing on best practices for maintaining confidentiality, implementing safety plans, and providing support to victims. Her sessions empower officers to understand their legal obligations, respond to FDV disclosures sensitively, and develop and implement workplace measures to manage complex FDV situations effectively.

Our seminars, webinars and workshops are for the benefit of clients and prospective clients and others working in organisations who are seeking learning and development opportunities in employment law and workplace safety. HR Legal reserves the right to cancel the registration of any person.

Bri Hayllar

Bri is a registered Psychologist with a Master of Organisational Psychology, and a Graduate Certificate in Career Development and Education.

Bri works responsively and flexibly with clients, drawing on professional training in coaching, Acceptance and Commitment Training, Positive Psychology and Solution focussed approaches. She has an engaging training style and is passionate about empowering people with skills and knowledge to manage life transitions, and maintain harmony between work and life.

Bri has over 20 years’ experience working in a broad range of sectors including government, education, not-for-profit and corporate – including in the banking, media, retail, and legal industries. Her experience includes the provision of wellbeing coaching, counselling, training, career coaching and outplacement, return to work rehabilitation and human resources.

Our seminars, webinars and workshops are for the benefit of clients and prospective clients and others working in organisations who are seeking learning and development opportunities in employment law and workplace safety. HR Legal reserves the right to cancel the registration of any person.

Register Now: Empower Your Workplace: Family and Domestic Violence Contact Officer Training, 3 April 2025

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