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, providing specialised support to address immediate safety needs and assist victim survivors on their recovery journey.
About the role
We are currently seeking a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner to deliver outreach case management support to adult and child victim survivors who have experienced or are currently experiencing family violence. This role will play a key part in delivering high-quality, safe and effective family violence and child wellbeing responses, ensuring participants feel supported, empowered and safe.
Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed-term full-time position (contracted for 12 months), part-time arrangements (0.8 FTE) will be negotiable. This position is located in Frankston, VIC.
Conditions
Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Level 5.
How you will make an impact
Build effective, empowering relationships with clients that uphold the National Family Violence Model of Care
Provide case management support in line with TSA case management models and standards of practice
Conduct ongoing assessment of client needs, risks and circumstances from intake to exit
Develop and implement individual case plans in collaboration with clients, ensuring interventions meet their goals
Assist clients to access holistic supports, community connections and advocacy with service providers
Maintain accurate, up-to-date client records and data in accordance with TSA standards
What you will bring
A tertiary qualification in Social Work or a related field
Demonstrated experience in case management within family violence or related community services
Understanding of family violence frameworks, risk assessment and trauma-informed practice
Advanced computer skills, including experience with data and record management systems
A current Victorian Driver’s Licence
An Employee Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
What we offer
Eligible employees can access a meaningful and supportive employment experience, including:
Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
Generous Paid Parental Leave (12 week's primary, 2 weeks secondary)
Flexible working arrangements (onsite/hybrid where applicable)
Access to EAP, health & wellbeing initiatives and Fitness Passport
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander supports including Burra Burra Network, Cultural Events, Sorry Business & Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
Ongoing training and development to enhance your skills
A purpose driven career that creates meaningful social impact
How to apply
Are you ready to be a part of our mission to end Family Violence?
Please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter explaining your passion for this work and your alignment with the role requirements.
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 and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal 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.