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ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army (Salvos) provides a wide range of services that support women and women with children impacted by family and domestic violence. We offer accommodation, counselling, support, behavioural programs, and advice to women and children at risk of, experiencing or escaping family violence. Our services focus on prevention, restoration and healing to provide specialised support to address immediate safety issues and provide advice, referrals, and connection to assist the recovery journey.
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated Specialist Family Violence Practitioner for our Orange Door Program. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of practitioners to deliver high quality and safe effective responses to victim survivors of Family Violence to men who use violence and to families who need extra support with the care of children.
This Orange Door is a point of contact that provides support for the community to ensure that the services they receive meet their needs and goals.
Reporting to the Integrated Orange Door Team Leader, this is a permanent full-time position based in Morwell, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 6.
You will successfully
- Deliver screening and triage, assessment, crisis responses, service planning, targeted interventions, allocation and coordinated referrals consistent with relevant risk assessment tools and frameworks
- Assess and prioritise risk/needs of women and children, families, and perpetrators, drawing on the expertise of different practitioners in a multi-disciplinary team
- Identify when a Central Information Point (CIP) request is required and refer request to the Integrated Team Leader
- Record client information accurately on the Orange Door Client Relationship Management (CRM) system
- Undertake interim support as a lead practitioner or support worker aligned with the Integrated Practice Framework
You will have
- A tertiary qualification in Social Work/Social Sciences or related fields is essential
- Experience working in the family violence sector is desirable
- Knowledge of FDV including context, policies, regulations, and legislation
- Ability to apply FDV models, approaches, and practices when dealing with clients
- Ability toreviews and evaluate information to educate the wider community about FDV and encourage their involvement and support
- A current and valid Working with Children Check is required
- A current Victorian Drivers Licence
What we offer
As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;
- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
- Flexible working conditions
- Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
- Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to 'volunteer' in a TSA program or activity
- Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
- Opportunity for career development;
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
How to Apply
If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration