Family Violence Team Leader
2 weeks ago
Sunshine- Full Time
About us
We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.
About the Role
Lead a dynamic team of family violence specialists providing critical support to vulnerable families across Melbourne's west. You'll oversee service delivery, mentor staff, and ensure our clients receive trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. This full-time position offers the opportunity to shape programs that break cycles of violence and build safer communities.
What You'll Do
- Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team of family violence practitioners
- Provide clinical supervision and professional development support
- Collaborate with police, courts, child protection, and community partners
- Ensure compliance with service standards and funding requirements
- Champion best-practice approaches in family violence intervention
What We're Looking For
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
- Minimum 3 years leadership experience in family violence or related services
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and safety planning
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Current Police Check and Working with Children Check
If you're committed to ending family violence and building stronger communities, we want to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and cover letter.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role
If you require support with the application process, please contact
At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.
Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.
Baptcare (VIC, TAS) is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.
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