Family Violence Specialist Practitioner

3 days ago


Geelong, Victoria, Australia The Sexual Assault & Family Violence Centre Full time
About the Role

The Sexual Assault & Family Violence Centre is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Family Violence Specialist Practitioner to join our team. As a key member of our multi-disciplinary Orange Door team, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, safe, and effective service responses to Victorians seeking support and services through The Orange Door.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Receive and manage all family violence referrals for women and children to The Orange Door, including client screening, assessment, crisis responses, service planning, targeted interventions, allocation, and coordinated referrals.
  • Deliver high-quality, safe, and effective service responses to clients, consistent with the Orange Door operational and practice guidelines, relevant risk assessment tools, and frameworks.
  • Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive support services to clients.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and other service providers to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development and training to enhance skills and knowledge in family violence response and support.

Requirements:

  • Qualifications in social work, psychology, or a related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of the gendered and complex nature of family violence and evidence-based risk factors.
  • Ability to continuously assess client risk and safety while addressing other support needs.
  • Values-driven and motivated to make a difference in the lives of clients.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.

What We Offer:

  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals who share a passion for making a difference in the lives of clients.


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