Trauma-Informed DV Case Manager

Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible working hours

Professional development

Supervision and support

Job summary

Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane – Hervey Bay QLD seeks a qualified practitioner to provide trauma-informed, strengths-based case management for women and children affected by domestic and family violence. The role includes crisis intervention, safety planning and collaboration with police, Child Safety and DVConnect to support high-risk families.

You will travel between Hervey Bay and Maryborough offices, maintain records and participate in supervision and professional development within a

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, Behavioural Sciences or a related discipline, with eligibility for APS, AASW or equivalent professional membership.
• Demonstrated experience in domestic and family violence practice, including risk assessment, crisis intervention, safety planning and case management.
• Strong understanding of legislation such as the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act, Child Protection Act and Privacy Act.
• Experience supporting individuals and families in complex/high-risk circumstances.
• Knowledge of housing and homelessness services within the domestic and family violence sector.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong written, administrative and computer literacy skills, including case notes and reporting.
• Commitment to child safety, culturally responsive practice and Catholic Social Teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed, strengths-based case management and support to women and children experiencing domestic and family violence.
• Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessment and safety planning to support client safety and wellbeing.
• Support clients experiencing homelessness or housing instability to access safe and appropriate accommodation.
• Assist clients with Domestic Violence Orders (DVOs) and connect them with appropriate legal and specialist services.
• Work collaboratively with Queensland Police, Child Safety, DVConnect and other key stakeholders.
• Support families experiencing complex needs including domestic violence, mental health, substance use, child protection and housing challenges.
• Participate in High Risk Case Management meetings, Local Level Alliance networks and interagency collaboration.
• Maintain accurate client records and contribute to supervision, professional development, program evaluation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Social Work

DV practice

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor degree in Social Work or related

Job description

Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane – Hervey Bay QLD seeks a qualified practitioner to provide trauma-informed, strengths-based case management for women and children affected by domestic and family violence. The role includes crisis intervention, safety planning and collaboration with police, Child Safety and DVConnect to support high-risk families.

You will travel between Hervey Bay and Maryborough offices, maintain records and participate in supervision and professional development within a