Supporting Families in Need
3 days ago
About Us
At Save the Children Australia, we are committed to providing essential support services to families affected by domestic and family violence.
We are seeking an experienced Child Support Specialist to join our team on a part-time basis (0.7 FTE) until 6 October 2025, with potential for extension. In this role, you will work within a collaborative team to provide case management and safety planning support to women and children who are escaping or experiencing domestic violence.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate the provision of safe refuge-based accommodation to women and children escaping domestic and family violence
- Conduct thorough risk and needs assessments, within a trauma-informed, Safe and Together case management framework
- Work with families to source appropriate, safe and sustainable accommodation free from violence and/or connecting families with services to meet their needs
Why Work with Us?
You'll be part of a dynamic network of teams working together to deliver high-quality support services. Our organisation prioritises work-life balance and may be able to negotiate working arrangements around other important needs in your life.
In return, you can expect:
- Award rate salary (approximately AU$43.08 per hour) plus full salary packaging benefits
- Extra leave to use in a range of ways to ensure you're able to perform at your optimum
- Internal employment and development opportunities
- Supportive Managers – professional supervision training and monthly supervision sessions
- Support for workplace wellness, including access to our free, confidential Employee Wellbeing Program
What We're Looking For
An experienced practitioner with high levels of initiative and flexibility alongside cultural sensitivity and knowledge. You should be able to respond calmly and effectively in crisis and complex situations, and work within a trauma-informed practice framework.
Bringing your best every day means having:
- A Bachelor/Diploma of Social Work, Psychology or relevant Human Services qualification, and/or significant experience in a similar service
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of domestic and family violence, including the impact on children
- Experience working with families from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Current drivers' licence
If you feel you have the skills and experience required for this challenging yet rewarding role, please submit your cover letter and resume below.
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