Family Violence Response Practitioner

Full-time - Fixed term contract 24 Months (until 30 June 2028)

Sunshine, VIC

About us:

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

About the role:

The Family Violence Response Practitioner delivers an evidence-based family violence group program and case support over 16-weeks to women who use force in their intimate relationship. 

The Family Violence Response Practitioner will be part of an integrated team focused on therapeutic recovery and behavioural change, alongside an integrated team of therapeutic practitioners supporting victim survivor recovery, after violence ends. 

About You / Key selection criteria:

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of therapeutic models and theories to develop interventions that enable positive change
• Evidence-informed understanding of child development and the impact of trauma and violence on adults, children, and young people
• Ability to utilise individual face to face therapeutic skills with adults
• Be self-directed and work autonomously and demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills
• Knowledge of information sharing in the context of family violence provisions and the child information sharing scheme, aligning with the MARAM Framework 
• Ability to undertake client centred therapeutic assessments and develop a therapeutic goal plan in partnership with the client that reflects the individual needs of the client
• Ability to adjust to meet the changing situations of the client group while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through
• Strong computer skills and use of full suite of Microsoft office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation and problem-solving
• Adaptable to changing environments while maintaining and promoting client-centred practices

Essential Qualifications:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, or other relevant Human Services qualification and/or experience. 
• Skills and experience relevant to Recommendation 209 requirements

Please Note: All qualifications must be in alignment with the mandatory minimum qualification requirement, via one of the available employment pathways in Social Work, Psychology or other relevant Human Services qualification. This aligned to Recommendation 209 from the Royal Commission in Family Violence. Below is the Safe and Equal tool to enter details to ensure you qualify or map training pathways to work towards qualification: https://safeandequal.org.au/working-in-family-violence/minimum-qualifications/

For additional information on Recommendation 209 see the website: Mandatory minimum qualifications for specialist family violence practitioners | vic.gov.au (www.vic.gov.au)

Further, the successful candidate will receive:

• Work with a supportive and dynamic team.
• A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing.
• Career and development opportunities.
• Access to confidential counselling and support services.
• Flexible working within a local community.
• Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application. 

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
• A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role

If you require support with the application process, please contact georgie.venizelos@baptistcare.org.au

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

BaptistCare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.