Domestic Violence Specialist Team Lead

4 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Domestic Violence North Queensland Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Team Leader to join our team at Domestic Violence North Queensland. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of specialist domestic and family violence programs, ensuring high-quality support to clients and leading a dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading a team to provide culturally appropriate and trauma-informed support to clients affected by domestic and family violence
  • Coordinating day-to-day operations and ensuring efficient service delivery
  • Overseeing staff performance, professional development, and wellbeing initiatives
  • Collaborating with leadership to drive continuous improvement and innovative service models
  • Providing expert advice on domestic and family violence principles and trauma-informed practices
  • Representing the organisation within the community and service networks
  • Producing reports and managing case files using relevant databases
  • Assisting with government funding applications and reporting requirements
  • Engaging with local organisations and stakeholders to foster collaboration and community support
  • Ensuring the team adheres to organisational policies and best practices
  • Fostering a culture of excellence, advocacy, and integrity across the team
  • Leading crisis interventions and safety planning for high-risk clients

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need a tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, social science, or a relevant human services discipline and 3-5 years of experience in the human services sector. A minimum of 12 months experience in a leadership/supervisory role is highly desirable. A deep understanding of First Nations cultures and the impact of intergenerational trauma is also essential.

What We Offer

  • A competitive hourly rate of $53.84 - $56.22 under the SCHADS Award Level 6 classification
  • 4 weeks of annual leave with an additional 17.5% leave loading, plus an extra 3 days of leave during the Christmas period
  • A relocation package of up to $5,000 for the right candidate
  • Access to salary packaging options up to $15,900 per annum
  • A structured induction process, regular in-house training, and ongoing professional development opportunities
  • A Monday to Friday work pattern with flexible hours
  • Participation in our dedicated team wellbeing days
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


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