DFV Caseworker
3 days ago
About Us:
Warringu is a not-for-profit organisation run by a community Board of Directors which members elect every year. The Board oversees the governance and strategic direction of the organisation. Warringu provides a specific range of services to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (and other) women and children impacted by family violence and homelessness both in Cairns and from surrounding areas including Yarrabah, the Atherton Tablelands, Cape York communities and the Torres Strait. This does not preclude the occasional clients from other cities throughout Qld and from other states when women may need to escape over State borders.
About the Role:
We are currently seeking a committed and compassionate Domestic Family Violence Caseworker to join our vibrant team supporting children and young people who have experienced family and/or sexual violence. This is your opportunity to be part of meaningful change — providing collaborative case management and targeted interagency advocacy to assist to women and their child(ren) achieve the goals set out in their case plans
Position Requirements & Qualifications:
- Relevant qualification (e.g. Social Science, Community Services) and 2+ years of experience in Domestic and Family Violence
- Current driver's license
- Blue Card – Suitability for Child Related Employment
Selection Criteria:
- Thorough understanding and demonstrated experience in working in crisis intervention; the ability to respond to respond appropriately in potentially volatile situations
- Highly developed awareness and understanding of issues that affect women and children experiencing domestic or family violence and homelessness and an ability to be sensitive to their needs; in particular as these apply to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander women and children.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work cooperatively within a team environment to attain organisation and client goals, together with high level written and spoken communication to liaise with government and non-government agencies to advocate on behalf of clients
- Demonstrated understanding of family and/or sexual violence, including knowledge of cultural differences. In addition, to understand the impacts this has on intersectional and related issues.
- Demonstrated knowledge of legislation impacting on situations of family and/or sexual violence including relevant notifications and referral pathways
- SCHADS Award Level 4–5 salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- Above award conditions
- 13% employer superannuation contribution (above the Superannuation Guarantee of 12%)
- 5 weeks of annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
- Regular supervision and access to professional development
- A trauma-informed, supportive workplace committed to staff wellbeing
To apply, please provide your Resume, application (Cover) letter addressing the above criteria with two referees, one of which should be a recent supervisor. Note: Applications will only be considered if the selection criteria have been addressed. Closing Date: 19 Sunday October 2025
Please direct any further enquiries to Donna Pickford on or
Warringu is committed to equal opportunity and invites applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Warringu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies.
We thank past applicants for their interest; however, only new applications will be considered.
Please do not forward candidates unless you have been formally engaged by Warringu for a specific recruitment assignment.
