Senior Specialist Family Violence Practitioner

The Salvation Army Australia; Leongatha; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Parental leave

Health & wellness programme

EAP support

Cultural supports

Job summary

The Salvation Army Integrated Men’s Services (IMS) in Leongatha, VIC seeks a Senior Family Violence Practitioner to provide specialist assessment and support to men who have used family violence, collaborating with the broader service system to promote safety for women and children.

This fixed-term full-time role is based on-site in Leongatha, reporting to the Team Leader. SCHADS Award Level 6; hourly rates of $58.37–$60.95 plus superannuation, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or related discipline that meets the Mandatory Minimum Qualification Requirements for Specialist Family Violence Practitioners (Recommendation 209)
• Minimum two years' experience working in family violence services
• Demonstrated case management experience
• Strong understanding of the complexities associated with working with men who use violence
• Sound knowledge of family violence risk assessment and intervention practices
• Excellent communication, engagement and stakeholder management skills
• A Current Employee Working with Children Check
• A Current Victorian Driver's Licence
• Ability to work from a private and confidential space when facilitating online Men's Behaviour Change Programs

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive intake, assessment and risk management processes for men who have used family violence
• Provide case management, individual interventions and ongoing case coordination to support engagement, accountability and behaviour change
• Co-facilitate face-to-face and online Men’s Behaviour Change Programs, including after-hours group facilitation
• Conduct ongoing risk assessment, safety planning and intervention planning in collaboration with relevant services to enhance the safety of victim survivors
• Provide post-participation support to men transitioning from Men’s Behaviour Change Programs
• Maintain accurate, timely and professional documentation in accordance with program, organisational and legislative requirements
• Deliver high-quality services in compliance with relevant legislation, service standards, funding agreements and contractual requirements

Skills

Communication skills

Case management

Risk assessment

Interagency collaboration

Privacy & confidentiality

Driver's license

Working with Children Check

Gender-based violence knowledge

Education

Social Work or related degree

Job description

Help Break the Cycle of Family Violence and Create Safer Futures

Are you an experienced family violence practitioner who is passionate about supporting behaviour change, holding men accountable for their use of violence, and improving safety outcomes for women and children?

Join The Salvation Army's Integrated Men's Services (IMS) team and play a critical role in delivering specialist interventions that support lasting change and safer communities.

About the role

The Salvation Army Integrated Men’s Services (IMS) provides specialist intervention and support to men who have used family violence across Bass Coast and South Gippsland. The service delivers an integrated response that includes intake and assessment, Men’s Case Management, Men’s Behaviour Change group work, post-participation support, and support for impacted family members. Through a person-centred and accountable approach, the service aims to reduce the risk of future violence, support positive behaviour change, and improve safety outcomes for women, children and families.

As a Senior Family Violence Practitioner, you will provide specialist assessment, intervention and support to men who use family violence, while working collaboratively with the broader service system to assess and manage risk and promote the safety and wellbeing of women and children.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed-term full-time position contracted for 12 months, based on-site in Leongatha, VIC.

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Award Level 6.

$58.37 – $60.95 hourly + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties, allowances, NFP salary packaging.

How you will make an impact

• Complete comprehensive intake, assessment and risk management processes for men who have used family violence


• Provide case management, individual interventions and ongoing case coordination to support engagement, accountability and behaviour change


• Co-facilitate face-to-face and online Men’s Behaviour Change Programs, including after-hours group facilitation


• Conduct ongoing risk assessment, safety planning and intervention planning in collaboration with relevant services to enhance the safety of victim survivors


• Provide post-participation support to men transitioning from Men’s Behaviour Change Programs


• Maintain accurate, timely and professional documentation in accordance with program, organisational and legislative requirements


• Deliver high-quality services in compliance with relevant legislation, service standards, funding agreements and contractual requirements

What You'll Bring

Essential

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a related discipline that meets the Mandatory Minimum Qualification Requirements for Specialist Family Violence Practitioners (Recommendation 209)


• Minimum two years' experience working in family violence services


• Demonstrated case management experience


• Strong understanding of the complexities associated with working with men who use violence


• Sound knowledge of family violence risk assessment and intervention practices


• Excellent communication, engagement and stakeholder management skills


• A Current Employee Working with Children Check


• A Current Victorian Driver's Licence


• Ability to work from a private and confidential space when facilitating online Men's Behaviour Change Programs

Highly Regarded

• Experience facilitating Men's Behaviour Change Programs


• Knowledge of MARAM, FVISS and CISS frameworks


• Understanding of the gendered drivers of family violence


• Experience working within integrated and multidisciplinary service systems


• Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally safe practice approaches

You will be someone who

• Is committed to ending family violence and enhancing victim survivor safety


• Can engage men respectfully while maintaining accountability and avoiding collusion


• Demonstrates resilience, sound judgement and reflective practice


• Builds strong partnerships and collaborative relationships


• Respects diversity and delivers culturally responsive services


• Brings professionalism, integrity and a strong commitment to social justice

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit


• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities


• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport


• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)


• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency


• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts

About us

The Salvation Army (Salvos) 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, the Salvos are always there providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

For further information on the role and a copy of the Position Description, please contact Bec Wilson – Team Leader at [e-mail].

If you're passionate about supporting behaviour change, reducing family violence and helping create safer communities, we'd love to hear from you.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal 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 National Police Check.

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