Specialist Family Violence Practitioner Orange Door
The Salvation Army Australia
Date: 19 hours 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.
Make a Real Difference Every Day | Join The Salvation Army as a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner
About Orange Door
Orange Door is a visible, welcoming access point for individuals and families in need. It brings together workers from specialist family violence services, child and family services, Aboriginal services, and men’s services — creating a collaborative hub of care and intervention.
About The Role
At The Salvation Army, we believe every person deserves to live free from fear and violence. As a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner at Orange Door, you’ll be at the frontline of change — supporting women, children, families, and those who use violence toward a safer and more hopeful future.
This is more than a job. It's a calling — to use your compassion, professional skills, and unwavering integrity to help break the cycle of family violence.
Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed-term full-time position, contracted until June 2026, based in Hastings, VIC.
Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Award Level 6.
You will successfully
You are a compassionate and resilient professional who brings:
When you join The Salvation Army, you become part of a movement for justice, hope, and dignity. We offer:
If you’re passionate about supporting people through complexity and walking alongside them with respect and care — we want to hear from you.
Apply now and bring hope where it’s needed most.
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.
Make a Real Difference Every Day | Join The Salvation Army as a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner
About Orange Door
Orange Door is a visible, welcoming access point for individuals and families in need. It brings together workers from specialist family violence services, child and family services, Aboriginal services, and men’s services — creating a collaborative hub of care and intervention.
About The Role
At The Salvation Army, we believe every person deserves to live free from fear and violence. As a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner at Orange Door, you’ll be at the frontline of change — supporting women, children, families, and those who use violence toward a safer and more hopeful future.
This is more than a job. It's a calling — to use your compassion, professional skills, and unwavering integrity to help break the cycle of family violence.
Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed-term full-time position, contracted until June 2026, based in Hastings, VIC.
Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Award Level 6.
You will successfully
- Provide expert screening, triage, risk assessment, and crisis response
- Deliver thoughtful and accountable interventions with a clear focus on perpetrator accountability
- Offer trauma-informed care to women, children, and families navigating complex circumstances
- Work closely with Orange Door Practice Leaders and The Salvation Army’s Family Violence Services to ensure integrated, high-quality support
You are a compassionate and resilient professional who brings:
- A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
- An understanding of the complex dynamics of family violence and trauma
- A deep respect for diverse identities, experiences, and cultural backgrounds
- A strong sense of ethics, boundaries, and accountability
- The ability to work calmly under pressure, with the emotional strength to support those experiencing distress or crisis
- A current Victorian Driver’s Licence
- An Employee Working with Children's Check
When you join The Salvation Army, you become part of a movement for justice, hope, and dignity. We offer:
- 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
- Ongoing training and development to deepen your skills and knowledge
- A supportive, collaborative environment grounded in our values of integrity, compassion, and respect
- The chance to work with a mission-driven organisation committed to meaningful social change
If you’re passionate about supporting people through complexity and walking alongside them with respect and care — we want to hear from you.
Apply now and bring hope where it’s needed most.
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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