Specialist Family Violence Therapeutic Practitioner
The Salvation Army Australia
Date: 14 hours ago
City: Hobart, Tasmania
Contract type: Part 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 matter
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 currently seeking a Specialist Family Violence Therapeutic Practitioner to join our compassionate and expert team. In this deeply meaningful role, you will provide therapeutic counselling, group work, and integrated support to victim-survivors—both in our refuges and through outreach services.
If you are a qualified, trauma-informed practitioner with a strong commitment to feminist values and social justice, this is your chance to make a powerful, lasting difference.
This is a part-time, maximum term position (12 months) based in Southern Tasmania, working 30.4 hours per fortnight. The salary is aligned with SCHADS Level 5.
How You Will Make An Impact
The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
If you are ready to bring your therapeutic expertise into a role that changes lives, click "Apply Now" and join us in standing with women and children across Tasmania. 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 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 matter
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 currently seeking a Specialist Family Violence Therapeutic Practitioner to join our compassionate and expert team. In this deeply meaningful role, you will provide therapeutic counselling, group work, and integrated support to victim-survivors—both in our refuges and through outreach services.
If you are a qualified, trauma-informed practitioner with a strong commitment to feminist values and social justice, this is your chance to make a powerful, lasting difference.
This is a part-time, maximum term position (12 months) based in Southern Tasmania, working 30.4 hours per fortnight. The salary is aligned with SCHADS Level 5.
How You Will Make An Impact
- Deliver trauma-informed therapeutic support, including counselling, group work and short-term interventions
- Conduct robust assessments using formal and informal tools
- Support women and children with tailored, goal-oriented therapeutic case plans
- Collaborate with Family Violence Case Managers to ensure holistic, wrap-around care
- Develop and facilitate therapeutic group programs to support healing and connection
- Advocate for victim-survivors, empowering them to access broader support systems
- Ensure thorough documentation and contribute to ongoing service improvement
- A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling (essential), with relevant registration
- Experience working with victim-survivors of family violence or child wellbeing concerns (highly desirable)
- Working with children check (WWVP – TAS)
- Current TAS Drivers Licence
- Strong background in trauma-informed practice and therapeutic interventions
- Confidence in both individual counselling and group facilitation
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced, client-centred environment
- Advanced skills in case documentation, assessment, and data systems
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 remote / hybrid / onsite / WFH if applicable) working arrangements.
- 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.
If you are ready to bring your therapeutic expertise into a role that changes lives, click "Apply Now" and join us in standing with women and children across Tasmania. 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 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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