Specialist Family Violence Practitioner
The Salvation Army Australia
Date: 4 weeks ago
City: Frankston, Victoria
Contract type: Full time
Number Of Positions Available
1
About Us
The Salvation Army 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, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
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
We are seeking a values-driven Specialist Family Violence Practitioner for our Orange door program in a full-time capacity
Reporting to the Team Leader - Support & Safety Hub, this is a Permanent position, located in Frankston, Victora.
You will successfully
The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
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.
How To Apply
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.
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 and Torres Strait Islander people.
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
1
About Us
The Salvation Army 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, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
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
We are seeking a values-driven Specialist Family Violence Practitioner for our Orange door program in a full-time capacity
Reporting to the Team Leader - Support & Safety Hub, this is a Permanent position, located in Frankston, Victora.
You will successfully
- Deliver screening, triage, assessment, crisis response, service planning, targeted interventions, and referrals in line with the Integrated Practice Framework, Operational Guidelines, Service Specifications, and risk assessment tools.
- Assess and prioritize the risk and needs of women, children, families, and perpetrators, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Identify when a Central Information Point (CIP) request is needed and refer it to the Advanced Family Violence Practice Leader.
- Submit requests to the Orange Door Team Leader for service allocation.
- Apply for brokerage on clients’ behalf, following Brokerage Guidelines.
- Accurately record client information in the Orange Door CRM system.
- Provide interim support as a lead practitioner or support worker, aligned with the Integrated Practice Framework.
- Engage in training and development activities to enhance effectiveness within the Hub environment.
- A tertiary qualification in Social Work / Social Sciences or related fields is essential.
- Experience working in the family violence sector is desirable.
- A current and valid Working with Children Check is required.
- Values-Driven: Alignment with the values of integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration, and diversity.
- Flexibility: The ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
- A current Victorian Drivers Licence.
- A National Criminal History Check is required.
- Compulsory Code of Conduct, WHS and Bullying and Harassment training modules are completed and up to date.
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;
- Flexible (add hybrid WFH if applicable) working arrangements, access to Fitness Passport and consumer discounts;
- Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives
- Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency;
- Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS 6.1
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.
How To Apply
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.
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 and Torres Strait Islander people.
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
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