Specialist Domestic and Family Violence Practitioner

3 days ago

Varsity Lakes, Australia Act for Kids Full time

**Salary**:
**$97,378 - $101,788 + Super + Salary sacrifice**

**Location**:
**Varsity Lakes**

**Documentation**:
**Employment Type**:
**Full-Time Temporary**

**Department**:
**SQ: Gold Coast IFS Team 4**

**Closing Date**:
**09 May 2025**

**About Act for Kids**

**Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 25 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Through prevention, treatment, research, education, and advocacy, we are committed to helping**_keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives. _**

**About the Position**

***We are looking to welcome a**Specialist Domestic and Family Violence Practitioner** to provide specialist advice to team members and clients regarding the intersection between DFV and child protection.**

***:

- **Full time position.**:

- **Position government funded until 31 December 2027 with possible extension.**:

- **Level 5 under the SCHCADS Award. Salary range is $97,378 - $101,788 + Super**

***_Key Responsibilities:_**

***:

- **Support team members to screen for domestic and family violence, where required.**:

- **Complete assessments with the lead practitioner at key points throughout a family’s engagement with IFS.**:

- **Participate in case consultations, making recommendations about risk and safety implications.**:

- **Provide team members and enquirers with advice on safe engagement strategies for families affected by DFV.**

***Why Join Act for Kids?**

***The Act for Kids team is a**community of shared values**. We are a team that is**_Professional_**,**_Ethical_**,**_Caring_**,**_Courageous_**, and**_Collaborative_**.**

***:

- **Inclusive Employer**2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.**:

- **Employer of Choice** awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.**:

- **Fitness Passport**including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.**:

- **Above-award leave provisions** including additional parental, study, wellbeing, exam, and pet leave.**:

- **Professional Development** via our annual development fund as well as ongoing**structured support**.**:

- **Employee Assistance Program** including 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.**:

- **Salary packaging** increasing your take home pay with up to** $15,900**per year tax free + an additional**$2,650 for** meal and entertainment.**

***About You**

***:

- **A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (allied health, social work, human services).**:

- **Safe and Together accredited or a willingness to complete the required modules.**:

- **At least 5 years working with children and families, with at least 3 years in a domestic and family violence capacity (generalist role, women’s service, behaviour change programs, therapeutic interventions).**:

- **Experience and knowledge of domestic and family violence issues including theory, dynamics and the impact on children and families.**

***Other Requirements**

***:

- **Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.**:

- **Current driver’s licence.**:

- **Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).**

***About Applying**

***:

- **Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.**:
***_ Closing Date: 9 May 2025_

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