Child & Family Practitioner - DFV Specialist

• x2 Full time contract positions to July 2026 based on Dharawal land in Campbelltown
• $82k - $95.7k + Super + salary packaging (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Flexible, friendly organisation

Our Organisation

The Benevolent Society's vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. For more than 200 years we have supported people at the margins of society: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children, young people, and their families; older people; carers and people with disability. We are an independent, non-religious service provider which supports people to live life their way.

About the role

As a Case Worker in our Supporting Recovery Program, you will provide effective, flexible and holistic case management to clients who have experienced mental health concerns due to experiences of domestic violence, family violence, sexual violence which may include childhood sexual abuse.

Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will undertake an initial assessment; provide high quality case management and referral pathways. You will have an in-depth understanding of domestic, family & sexual violence and relevant legislation providing outstanding service to our clients in a positive, respectful and culturally sensitive way.

Duties

• Intake triage and assessment.

• Provide case management to adults, young people and children to support recovery of mental health to victim survivors who have experienced domestic violence, family violence, sexual violence and or child sexual abuse.

• Engage clients using appropriate strengths-based assessment tools to develop, implement, monitor and review their plan and outcomes that identify strengths as well as areas of vulnerability, ensuring clients are actively engaged in the process.
• Facilitate health and wellbeing groups to promote connections and reduce social isolation for clients.
• Maintain an excellent standard of documentation and client records including timely and accurate case notes.
• Conduct regular reviews to assess outcomes and barriers.
• Assess client outcomes using health & wellbeing tools.
• Work collaboratively with partners across the sector including housing, Centrelink and medical services.
• Represent the organisation at Interagency meetings and events.
• Work across a multitude of LGAs including Campbelltown, Liverpool and Fairfield as required.

Our Benefits

We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A 'best life' is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:

• Salary Benefits - You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay
• Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements.
• Recognition and Reward- Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Wellness- Stay fit with a Fitness passport, utilise our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchase additional leave.
• Professional Development- We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.
• Our Reconciliation Commitment - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups, the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.

Skills and Requirements

You will hold qualifications in Social Work, Social Science or related discipline with:

• At least 3 years' experience working with complex case management, ideally working with people who have experienced mental health concerns related to trauma.
• Experience supporting individuals and or families where domestic violence, family violence sexual violence or child sexual abuse has been identified.
• An understanding of trauma-responsive practice and a goal focused approach with the ability to work with clients through all stages of engagement.
• A clear understanding of child protection issues and mandatory reporting responsibilities
• An ability to navigate systems and to advocate in a way that provides better outcomes for clients.
• Excellent time management and organising skills to balance competing demands.
• Excellent written skills in relation to note taking and record keeping.
• Experience using technology and electronic databases.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and contribute to a positive team culture .
• Experience with the Safe & Together model is advantageous.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of the First Nations people, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Interested? Apply online today

Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role. In your cover letter, please demonstrate your understanding of feminist perspective and how this relates to domestic violence support.

Contact Bernadette on for a friendly, confidential discussion.

The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued. We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening. We value relationships with local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members. To ensure you are best supported with your application if you have any specific needs requiring a reasonable adjustment, let us know what accommodations you require.