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
Family violence is complex, urgent and deeply impactful.
As a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, effective and empowering responses for adult and child victim‐survivors.
Your work directly supports rapid crisis intervention, stabilisation after violence, and pathways to long‐term recovery.
Number Of Positions Available
1
About The Role
As a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner in our Brief Intervention team, you will provide targeted, short‐term support to victim‐survivors experiencing or recovering from family violence.
You will deliver crisis responses, interim support, outreach in the community and emergency accommodation, and intensive brief interventions for clients with intersecting needs such as housing instability, mental health and AOD concerns.
Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a Fixed‐Term Full‐Time position, contracted until June ****, based onsite in Windsor, VIC.
Conditions
Compensation in accordance with the SCHADS Award – Level 5.
How You Will Make An Impact
Establish safe,



respectful and empowering relationships that uphold the National Family Violence Model of Care
Provide crisis responses, brief interventions and ongoing assessment from intake through to exit
Develop and implement collaborative case plans that support stabilisation and safety.
Advocate for clients and facilitate access to holistic supports and community connections
Maintain accurate client records, identify risks, and contribute to service improvement
Meet key performance indicators and uphold TSA practice standards
What You Will Bring
A tertiary qualification in Social Work
Demonstrated experience in specialist family violence, crisis response or child wellbeing practice
Strong assessment, prioritisation and time‐management skills.
Highly developed communication and collaboration capabilities
Advanced computer skills, including data and record management
A current Victorian Driver's Licence
An Employee Working With Children Check
What We Offer
Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
Generous paid parental leave purchased leave scheme and professional development opportunities
Access to EAP, wellbeing initiatives and Fitness Passport




Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports including Burra Burra Network, Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave
A purpose‐driven culture grounded in compassion, justice and community impact
How To Apply
If you're passionate about creating safety, stability and recovery for victim‐survivors, we invite you to apply.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your alignment with the role's requirements.
Together, we can create lasting change and build a more inclusive and compassionate community.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.
Equal Opportunity and Diversity
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.
Child Safe
The Salvation Army is a child protected 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Core Values
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
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📌 Specialist Family Violence Practitioner - Brief Intervention (Victoria)
🏢 The Salvation Army Australia
📍 Victoria