Specialist Domestic & Family Violence Practitioner - Maryborough

We're excited to welcome a Specialist Domestic and Family Violence Practitioner to our Maryborough Family and Child Connect (FaCC) team. In this important role, you'll provide specialist domestic and family violence expertise to support children, young people and families, helping them access the right support at the right time. Working alongside colleagues, community partners and families, you'll play a key role in promoting safety, strengthening wellbeing and supporting positive outcomes.

- Level 5 SCHCADS Award.
- Salary range: $105,578 - $110,360 + Superannuation.
- Up to full-time hours available, with part-time arrangements considered for the right candidate.
- Government-funded contract opportunity to 30 September 2028, with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide specialist domestic and family violence expertise by undertaking risk assessments, safety planning and supporting informed decision-making for families and teams.
- Make a meaningful impact for families through direct client work, needs assessments, short-term interventions and referrals to appropriate support services.
- Strengthen community responses by collaborating with local services, government agencies and Local Level Alliances to improve support pathways.
- Support child safety and wellbeing by identifying risks, navigating complex conversations and helping families access the support they need to thrive.

Please read the full position description for more information.

About You

- Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (allied health, social work or human services), with professional registration (if required) and membership of a professional association (desirable).
- At least five (5)



years’ experience working in a domestic and family violence capacity.
- Eligibility to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required), including holding or obtaining required checks (Working with Children Check or professional exemption).

About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-based support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids protected, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.

You will have access to:

- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
- Extra leave , including wellbeing days, study, exam, and pet leave.
- Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
- Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support.
- Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.

Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation. We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Team, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion as Inclusive Employer 2023–24 and 2025–26 by the Diversity Council Australia.

We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.

Contact

For more information, please contact Jodie Lucarini (Program Coordinator): 9*** or **************@actforkids.com.au.

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📌 Specialist Domestic & Family Violence Practitioner - Maryborough
🏢 Act for Kids
📍 Maryborough