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October 15, 2024
The Salvation Army
Darwin
FULL TIME
Specialist Youth FDV Practitioner
Number of Positions Available:
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 Australia’s Family Violence Stream provides a wide range of services around the country to support women and women with children impacted by family and domestic violence. We offer refuge, children’s and parenting services, counselling, support, men’s programs, accommodation and advice to women and children who are experiencing, or who have experienced, family violence.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Specialist Youth Family Domestic Violence Practitioner, at our Darwin location. Reporting to the Family Domestic Violence Team Leader, this is a fixed-term, full-time position concluding in June 2026 Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Award Name and level.
You will successfully
- Provide support to young people in line with both the Youth Services and Domestic and Family violence streams Model of care and associated Frameworks
- Establish effective professional relationships that encourages self-determination and participation is established with young people
- Ensure ongoing assessments are made of the young person’s issues, safety, needs and circumstances from initial intake to exit with the safety needs for the young person prioritised
- Based on the needs and risk identified for the young person, early intervention and crisis response services are provided
- Provide support, referral to services and community connections that will prevent the experience and use of violence or reduce the risk for escalation of violence for the young person
- Provide case management support to the young person in accordance with TSA FV case management models and standards of practice that emphasise on client-centered, trauma-informed and culturally safe responses
You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications)
- Degree qualification in social work, welfare, community development or related field
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Demonstrated high level of sector knowledge and skills attained through previous roles, service and study/development
- Experience in specialist family violence and/ or child wellbeing and Youth services is highly desirable
- Demonstrated case management experience and skills
- Highly developed time management and work prioritisation skills with an ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision required
- Advance computer skills including experience in data and record management
- First Aid Certificate
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
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available
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