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About the role
We are seeking a dedicatedSenior Specialist Family Violence Practitioner for our Integrated Men's Services! You will provide support and intervention to men who have perpetrated Family Violence. This role requires the successful candidate to have access to a private space to deliver the online Men's Behaviour Change Group programs.
Responsibilities include
- Complete intake and assessment processes for men who have used Family Violence
- Co-facilitating face to face and online Men's Behaviour Change groups, including after-hours group facilitation
- Provide individual intervention and case coordination services to men and their families
- Conduct on-going risk assessments and develop safety plans to mitigate risk and ensure safety
- Always prioritise the safety of women and children
- Maintain professional documentation and administrative systems according to program and legislative requirements
- Client engagement is underpinned by a strengths-based approach
This is a fixed-term full-time position, contracted until June 2025, based in Leongatha, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Award Level 6.
You will have
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work/Social Sciences or related field (essential)
- Demonstrated Family Violence experience
- Case management skills and experience desirable
- An understanding of the complexities that come with working with Men who use violence
- A Current Victorian Driver's Licence
Benefits of working at The Salvation Army
- We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
- Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!
About Us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
How to Apply
If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.
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 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 National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
