Specialist Family Violence Practitioner - Brief Intervention

Number of Positions Available:
1

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The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.  It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Make a real difference when it matters most.

Are you passionate about supporting victim-survivors of family violence to find safety, stability and hope? We're seeking a compassionate and experienced Specialist Family Violence Practitioner - Brief Intervention to join our dedicated Family Violence team.

About the role

In this rewarding role as a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner , you'll provide crisis intervention, brief support, outreach and case planning for adults and children impacted by family violence. Working across Rapid Response and Case Management functions, you'll support individuals experiencing complex challenges including housing instability, mental health concerns and AOD issues, helping them navigate pathways to safety, recovery and longer-term support.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed-term full-time position, contracted until June 2028, based on-site in Windsor, VIC.

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with Social, Community Services, Home Care and Disability Services Award (SCHADS) Level 5.

How you will make an impact

- Delivering high-quality crisis responses and brief interventions to victim-survivors of family violence
- Conducting risk assessments, safety planning and service planning
- Providing outreach support in the community and emergency accommodation settings
- Responding to referrals from The Orange Door, Safe Steps and other referral pathways
- Managing a small, complex caseload with a focus on stabilisation and recovery
- Advocating for clients and connecting them with housing, health and community supports
- Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes

You will be an empathetic, resilient and skilled practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to empowering victim-survivors.

What you will bring

·       An AQF Level 7 qualification (or higher) in family violence or a related discipline, or be actively working towards completion

·       Qualifications aligned with the Mandatory Minimum Qualification Requirements for Specialist Family Violence Practitioners (Recommendation 209)

·       Experience in family violence, community services, child wellbeing or related sectors (highly regarded)

- Strong risk assessment, case management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Knowledge of trauma-informed and victim-survivor-centred practice
- Exceptional communication, organisation and time management abilities
- Experience supporting people with complex and intersecting needs
- Highly developed time management and work prioritisation skills
- Advanced computer skills including data and record management
- A Current Employee Working with Children Check
- Current Victorian Driver's Licence

Why Join The Salvation Army?

When you join us, you'll be supported to make a lasting impact while being supported in your own career and wellbeing.

Benefits Include

- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free plus $2,650 meal entertainment
- 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers
- Purchase up to 8 weeks additional leave each year
- 5 paid days annually to experience and learn from other Salvation Army programs
- Access to EAP, wellbeing programs, and Fitness Passport
- Ongoing professional supervision, training, and development
- A rewarding career with one of Australia's most trusted not-for-profit organisations

Apply Today

If you're ready to use your expertise to support victim-survivors and help create safer futures for individuals and families, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and make a lasting difference through compassionate, client-centred family violence support.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W e are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration