Domestic and Family Violence Practitioner

About Us
Centacare, an Agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane, is a values-based organisation, committed to providing services to the entire community, regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender or ability. Centacare has a workforce of more than 3000 and operates in many locations, supporting tens of thousands of people each year.

Join us in making a positive difference
Centacare Family and Relationship Services is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced
Domestic and Family Violence Practitioner
to join our team in
Maryborough
on a
permanent full-time
basis. Working across the Fraser Coast, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of women and children affected by domestic and family violence (DFV).

We are seeking someone with strong experience working with children impacted by trauma, alongside the skills to support women through complex and sensitive journeys.

About The Role
This diverse position supports clients through:

• Children's counselling using trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate approaches.
• Intake, risk assessment and safety planning for women and children.
• Individual counselling and psychoeducation for women.
• Court support for clients navigating DFV-related legal systems.
• Women's advocacy, including referral pathways, safety upgrades, and practical supports.
• Group work delivery to support healing and education.
• Liaison with key stakeholders including Child Safety, Police, Corrections and Housing.
• Potential rotation in local police stations to strengthen community response.

What We're Looking For
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Bring

• Minimum two years' experience in DFV counselling, risk assessment, court support, and group work.
• Demonstrated understanding of gendered violence, the DFV Act, Child Protection Act and Family Law Act.
• A well-developed practice framework that aligns with trauma-informed, strengths-based approaches.
• Experience supporting diverse families with complex needs.
• Strong skills in report writing, case notes, data entry and professional communication
• A calm, resilient presence in high-pressure and confronting situations.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a professional team and engage sensitively with clients and stakeholders.

*Mandatory Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural or Social Science.
• Eligibility for membership with AASW, APS, ACA or PACFA.
• Current QLD Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain).
• National Police Check (within the last 3 months or willingness to apply).
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Evidence of Australian working rights.

Why Join Centacare?

• Meaningful, purpose-driven work supporting the safety and wellbeing of women and children.
• Competitive remuneration at SCHADS Level 5, plus Opportunity to maximise take-home pay through salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550.
• A supportive, inclusive team culture grounded in our commitment to human dignity, respect, and justice.
• A commitment to your wellbeing, supervision, professional development and career pathways within the organisation.

Apply now and help shape a workplace where people truly matter.
Centacare is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Join us in building a stronger, safer, and more connected community.
The Archdiocese of Brisbane is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults engaged in Archdiocesan activities, ministries and services, and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. To support this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screening during recruitment, and require employees to hold a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card and/or undergo regular criminal history checks.