Job Description
Domestic Violence Action Centre - Ipswich QLD
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Are you passionate about creating safer communities and supporting young men to develop healthier relationships?
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Join our dedicated team as a Young Men's Specialist in the Break the Cycle Program, an innovative initiative focused on delivering trauma-informed, attachment-based support to young men aged ***** who may be at risk of, or currently using, violence in their interpersonal relationships.
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About the Role
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The Young Men's Specialist provides targeted, individualised counselling and case management support to participants of the Break the Cycle program, a 6-12-month intensive initiative addressing the impacts of domestic, family, and sexual violence.
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The role involves:
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Trauma-Informed and Attachment-Based Interventions: Engaging with young men using a holistic therapeutic model informed by trauma care principles, attachment theory, strengths-based counselling, and feminist practice.
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Outreach and Onsite Support: Delivering support both within our service sites and in outreach settings that meet the individual needs of each participant.
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Safety and Risk Management: Conducting ongoing risk assessments, safety planning, and collaborative case coordination to ensure each young man's safety and engagement with the program.
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Key Responsibilities
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Direct Service Delivery: Provide trauma-informed, attachment-based interventions; complete risk assessments and safety planning; and support participants in achieving individual goals through structured, goal-oriented engagement strategies.
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Case Management and Collaboration: Coordinate with internal teams and key stakeholders, including YFS, ISR, and HRT partners,



to maintain clear referral pathways and deliver a comprehensive, integrated response to domestic and family violence.
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Administrative Support: Maintain accurate data collection, report outcomes, and engage in all required administrative tasks associated with client service delivery.
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Ongoing Professional Development: Participate in training, reflective practice, and team supervision to continually enhance service delivery and maintain alignment with best practices.
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Qualifications and Experience Required:
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Tertiary Qualifications & Experience: Relevant tertiary qualifications in a related field, with a minimum of 2 years' experience in the human services sector.
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Domestic & Family Violence Framework Knowledge: In-depth understanding of a domestic and family violence (DFV) framework grounded in a gendered analysis of men's violence against women, recognizing DFV as a manifestation and driver of power imbalances.
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Trauma-Informed Case Management: Proven experience in trauma-informed case management, particularly in empowering young people who have experienced DFV or sexual violence.
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Interpersonal Communication Skills: Strong ability to engage effectively with young people, families, education providers, and other community practitioners, including individuals from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
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Teamwork:



Demonstrated ability to contribute to a collaborative, harmonious team environment.
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Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related IT programs.
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Legislative Knowledge: Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire, an understanding of the Domestic & Family Violence Protection Act ****, including relevant court and legislative processes.
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Additional Requirements
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Current driver's license and Blue Card
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National Police Check (to be completed upon successful offer of position)
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What You'll Bring
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Skills and Knowledge: A thorough understanding of domestic, family, and sexual violence issues and experience providing risk assessments, crisis support, and trauma-informed, attachment-based counselling.
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Commitment to Feminist and Trauma-Informed Practice: A dedication to working within a feminist framework, challenging beliefs and behaviours that perpetuate violence.
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Flexibility and Client-Centered Approach: Ability to provide responsive, community-centered services tailored to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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Communication and Advocacy Skills: Solid ability to advocate for clients, negotiate, and resolve conflicts effectively.
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Why Join Us?
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Work within a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to impactful, community-centered services.
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Access to professional development opportunities and supervision to enhance your skills in trauma-informed care and attachment-based interventions.
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The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young men and contribute to safer, healthier communities.

📌 Break The Cycle - Young Men'S Specialist - Join Our Team! (Queensland)
🏢 Domestic Violence Action Centre
📍 Queensland