Warrina DFVSS provides support services aimed at reducing the incidence and impact of domestic & family violence on women & children.

We are seeking a agile SHS Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Housing Worker to join our passionate team supporting and empowering women and dependent children who are affected by DFV and/or are homelessness.

This position is responsible for providing trauma-informed, client-centred support to women and children experiencing domestic and family violence who are at risk of homelessness and/or residing in short or medium term accomodation.

In this position you will walk alongside of women and children as they navigate the complexities of their experience of DFV, empowering them towards achieving their goals. The role combines case management, housing and tenancy management, risk assessment, advocacy, and collaborative service delivery to support clients to achieve safety, stability and long-term housing outcomes.

Our organisation prioritises supportive working conditions and a collaborative atmosphere, as well as Salary Sacrifice options available.





Being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Applicants must have experience in working with women who have experienced domestic violence.

To apply, please provide:

- A cover letter, addressing the “Essential Criteria” as detailed in the position description, and how your skills, training and experience will align with the position description.
- An up-to-date resume;
- Contact details for two recent employment referees, one from a current or previous supervisor.
- NSW Working with Children Check number and date of birth (for verification purposes);
- A recent Criminal Record Check if available.

Please refer to our website for applicant information, position description and essential criteria https://warrina.org.au/get-involved/. Please follow the guidelines for your application.

Applications should be emailed to [email protected] by 5pm Wednesday 23rd of September 2026.

Successful applicants will need to be available for interview on Tuesday 29th of September 2026.

This service is funded by the NSW Department of Communities and Justice.

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