Senior Therapeutic Family Violence Practitioner

Full Time- SCHADS 6.3

Sunshine

Join our Community Services team in Sunshine and make a meaningful difference in the  +WAVES (Positive Wellbeing After Violence EndsS is an innovative, client centered, therapeutic case management service for victim survivors of family violence. As a specialist family violence service, the program aligns with best practice, including a focus on person centered empowerment, ongoing risk and safety assessment and ensuring culturally sensitive and trauma-informed care to victim survivors.

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 Opportunity

As our Senior Family Violence Practitioner, you'll provide specialist support services to individuals and families who have experienced Family Violence. Working within our collaborative team environment, you'll deliver evidence-based interventions while contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop safety plans
• Provide evidence-based assessment, short to medium term counselling, single session counselling, and brief therapeutic case management supporting victim survivors of family violence in the context of their family violence experience 
• Facilitate individual and group programs focused on healing and empowerment
• Collaborate with external agencies including police, courts, and child protection services
• Mentor staff and contribute to professional development activities
• Maintain accurate case documentation and participate in case reviews

What You'll Bring

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
• Minimum 3 years' experience in family violence or trauma-informed practice
• Strong understanding of intersectional factors affecting diverse communities
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with people from all backgrounds
• Current Working with Children Check and willingness to undergo police clearance

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 gvenizelos@baptcare.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.