Specialist Family Violence Practitioner

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) provides a wide range of services that support women and women with children impacted by family and domestic violence. We offer accommodation, counselling, support, behavioural programs, and advice to women and children at risk of, experiencing or escaping family violence. Our services focus on prevention, restoration, and healing to provide specialised support to address immediate safety issues and provide advice, referrals, and connection to assist the recovery journey.

About the Role

This position provides place-based and outreach case management for women and children who have experienced or are currently experiencing family violence. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality family violence and child well-being responses, including assessment, crisis support, and advocacy.

Our approach is grounded in principles of empowerment, self-determination, and holistic care. Reporting to the Team Leader this is a permanent part time role (30.4 hours a week) based in Southern Tasmania. Salary is in accordance with SCHADS Level 5.

How you will make an impact

· Build trusting, respectful relationships with clients that encourage their participation and decision-making.

· Provide expert case management support from intake through to recovery, with individualized plans co-developed and led by clients.

· Assist clients to access community services and provide advocacy as needed.

· Monitor progress and adapt support plans to ensure client goals are being met.

· Maintain accurate and confidential records and communicate risks promptly.

· Collaborate with your team to identify service gaps and recommend improvements.

· Participate in an on-call roster to support urgent needs.

What you will bring

· Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or Family Violence (Graduate Certificate or equivalent).

· Experience in the family violence sector is highly valued, particularly specialist family violence or child wellbeing work.

· Proven case management skills with strong time management and ability to work independently.

· Compassionate, empowering approach and excellent interpersonal skills.

· Proficient in data and record management systems.

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

· 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.
 

Ready to Apply?

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience in sector and your commitment to working with women and children impacted.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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