Specialist Family Violence Practitioner

Why this role matters
This role is instrumental in providing outreach case management support to women and children who have experienced and/or are experiencing Family Violence. You will be responsible for delivering high quality and safe Family Violence and child well-being responses to those seeking support, safety and recovery.

About the role
We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Specialist Family Violence Practitioner, at Leongatha, VIC. Reporting to the Team Leader Family Violence.

You will successfully

• Establish effective relationships with clients that encourage self-determination and participation and uphold the principles of the National Family Violence Model of Care
• Provide case management support to clients in accordance with TSA case management models and standards of practice
• Provide ongoing of the client's issues, needs and circumstances from initial intake to exit
• Develop individual case plans in collaboration with clients which include a range of interventions that address the needs/goals of the client
• Refer clients to access holistic support services and establish community connections, and where needed are assisted through advocacy with service providers

This is a Max-Term, Full-Time position, until January 2025. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Social and Community Services Lvl 5.

You will have

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work or related discipline (essential)
• Experience working in the Family Violence sector (desirable)
• Demonstrated case management experience (desirable)
• Highly developed time management and work prioritisation skills with an ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision (required)

Benefits 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
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• 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!

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.

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 organization 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.