Specialist Family Violence Practitioner

About the role
We are seeking two Permanent Full-time Specialist Family Violence Practitionersto join us in Palmerston.

The Salvation Army Family Violence Services (TSA FVS) in the Northern Territory works with adult and child victim survivors who have experienced or are experiencing Family Violence. TSA FVS provides a welcoming and accessible environment that is safe and supportive to individual needs.

The FV refuge for women and children provides up to 3 months of secure accommodation and intensive case management support for victim survivors of Family Violence. The referrals can be directly from the Police, THFC other FDV and community services and individuals can self-refer.

Key responsibilities

• Effective relationships are established with clients that encourage self-determination and participation and uphold the principles of the National Family Violence Model of Care
• Specialist FV Case management and crisis support is provided to clients in accordance with TSA case management models and standards of practice
• Ongoing assessment is made of the victim survivor's issues, needs and circumstances from initial intake to exit
• Conduct ongoing family and domestic violence risk assessment and safety planning with clients using agreed tools
• Individual case plans are developed in collaboration with victim survivors and include a range of interventions that address the needs or goals of clients
• Case plans are implemented and actively led by the victim survivor
• Victim survivors are assisted to access holistic support services and es

We have two permanent full-time positions available, located in Palmerston, NT. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Level 5 Award.

The ideal candidate will bring

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work is essential
• Experience working in the Family Violence sector is desirable
• Experience in Specialist Family Violence and/ or child wellbeing work is highly desirable
• Demonstrated case management experience and skills
• Highly developed time management and work prioritisation skills with an ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision required
• Advance computer skills including experience in data and record management
• Ability and willingness to be on call
• Relevant child protection requirements are obtained for example Working with children check

Why work for us
In return we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as:

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
• Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to 'volunteer' in a TSA program or activity
• Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
• Opportunity for career development;
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

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.

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 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.