Darwin Trauma‑Informed Family Violence Practitioner

The Salvation Army Australia; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 tax

Entertainment Benefit up to $2,650 tax

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts

Discounted health and fitness programs

Up to 8 weeks of purchased leave

Generous parental leave

Paid leave to support TSA programs

Supportive inclusive culture

Job summary

The Salvation Army Australia is seeking a dedicated Specialist Family Violence Practitioner to join the NT Family Violence Services Refuge in Darwin. You will provide specialist case management, crisis response and advocacy to women and children accessing refuge accommodation, supporting them to navigate crisis and move toward safer futures.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this permanent full-time role pays SCHADS Level 5 and offers a supportive, culturally responsive environment with

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work.
• Experience in family violence and/or child wellbeing work.
• Demonstrated trauma-informed, client-centred practice.
• Strong cultural awareness, especially with Aboriginal women.
• Excellent time management and ability to work autonomously.
• Strong written and digital record keeping skills.
• Working with Children Check completed or willing to obtain.
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist family violence case management and crisis support.
• Deliver advocacy to women and children accessing refuge accommodation.
• Develop collaborative, goal-focused case plans.
• Support access to services, resources and community connections.
• Monitor progress and adapt support plans as needs change.
• Maintain accurate records in TSA systems.
• Identify and manage risks to client safety and wellbeing.
• Support day-to-day refuge operations and create a safe environment.
• Participate in supervision and team processes.
• Contribute to culturally safe and inclusive spaces.

Skills

Social Work

Family Violence

Crisis Intervention

Trauma-Informed Care

Cultural Awareness

Record Keeping

Autonomy

Aboriginal Communities

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Tools

TSA systems

Job description

The Salvation Army Australia is seeking a dedicated Specialist Family Violence Practitioner to join the NT Family Violence Services Refuge in Darwin. You will provide specialist case management, crisis response and advocacy to women and children accessing refuge accommodation, supporting them to navigate crisis and move toward safer futures.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this permanent full-time role pays SCHADS Level 5 and offers a supportive, culturally responsive environment with