Trauma-Informed Client Response Practitioner

Department of Defence; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Defence is seeking Client Response Practitioners to provide trauma-informed, person-centred support to individuals affected by sexual violence within a Defence context. Role includes delivering short-term holistic case management, needs assessment, risk assessment and management, care coordination, and advocacy to help clients transition safely from the service.

The role involves advising Defence leaders on policy options, collaborating with health professionals and external

Qualifications

• Experience providing trauma-informed, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs.
• Strong short-term case management, risk assessment and safety planning.
• Ability to respond to clients in distress, crisis or trauma.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse clients and stakeholders.
• Commitment to ethical practice and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed psychosocial support and short-term case management.
• Conduct comprehensive needs and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with Defence leaders and external agencies to coordinate support.
• Maintain confidential case notes and reports.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Case management

Stakeholder engagement

Crisis support

Job description

Department of Defence is seeking Client Response Practitioners to provide trauma-informed, person-centred support to individuals affected by sexual violence within a Defence context. Role includes delivering short-term holistic case management, needs assessment, risk assessment and management, care coordination, and advocacy to help clients transition safely from the service.

The role involves advising Defence leaders on policy options, collaborating with health professionals and external