Koori Family Violence Practitioner – Hybrid, Trauma‑Informed Support

Magistrates-Court; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Court Services Victoria seeks a Koori Family Violence Practitioner (KFVP) based at Heidelberg Magistrates' Court. The role delivers culturally safe, trauma‑informed support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people facing family violence matters, with intake, risk assessments and referrals to legal and support services.

The KFVP reports to the Court Services Manager and is supported by Senior Koori Practice Advisors within the Koori Justice Unit. Travel to other court venues is required.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Aboriginal culture, community and contemporary issues.
• Ability to engage respectfully and communicate effectively with Aboriginal people and stakeholders.
• Experience working with clients with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe, trauma‑informed support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people attending court for family violence matters.
• Conduct intake and risk assessments and connect clients with legal, counselling and case management services.
• Support people who use family violence through referrals that promote accountability and address underlying issues.
• Engage with community and stakeholders, including delivering outreach to other court locations.
• Maintain confidential records, contribute to program improvement and uphold culturally safe, trauma‑informed practice.

Skills

Aboriginal culture understanding

Engage respectfully with Aboriginals

Experience with clients with complex‑n

Education

Social Work / Psychology / Social Sciences / Aboriginal Health qualifications

Job description

Court Services Victoria seeks a Koori Family Violence Practitioner (KFVP) based at Heidelberg Magistrates' Court. The role delivers culturally safe, trauma‑informed support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people facing family violence matters, with intake, risk assessments and referrals to legal and support services.

The KFVP reports to the Court Services Manager and is supported by Senior Koori Practice Advisors within the Koori Justice Unit. Travel to other court venues is required.