Specialist Family Violence Children’s Practitioner

The Salvation Army is seeking a Specialist Family Violence Children’s Practitioner to support children affected by family violence in Coburg North, VIC. The role involves providing child-centred case management and therapeutic support within a safe and nurturing environment.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in social work, welfare, mental health, community development or related field
• Alignment with the Mandatory Minimum Qualification Requirements for Specialist Family Violence Workers
• Solid experience supporting children and families impacted by trauma and family violence
• Confidence working with families from diverse backgrounds and with complex needs
• Strong skills in intake, case management, crisis response and risk assessment
• A deep understanding of developmental trauma and therapeutic intervention
• A current VIC Driver Licence and Employee Working with Children Check

Benefits

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts
• A workplace deeply grounded in compassion, purpose and social impact