The Service has an exemption under s 31 of the Anti- Discrimination Act 1977 to employ women in this role .

Position - DFV Specialist

Award - SCHADS Grade 4 Access to Salary Sacrificing

Hours of work - 35 hours per week

Mandatory Requirements - Current Driver’s License, Current Working with Children Check

All candidates must address the selection criteria to be considered for the role.

Position Purpose

The Domestic and Family Violence Specialist works directly with WDVCAS clients including referral, court advocacy, and safety planning. The position undertakes community education, liaison and networking with relevant organisations and practitioners and contributes to collaborative working partnerships with all key organisations and practitioners to enhance service delivery and outcomes for clients impacted by domestic and family violence.

Networking and Community Education

- Develop networks and partnerships with identified organisations across the Northern Rivers and NSW including the NSW Police Force, Local Courts, legal representatives and referral agencies to facilitate client access.
- Undertake representative roles as required.
- Support the development and delivery of workshops and educational materials to increase community awareness of the service.
- Contribute to policy and law reform and primary prevention of gender-based violence.

Key Relationships





The DFV Specialist Worker reports directly to the WDVCAS Manager and works collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and with external stakeholders.

Selection Criteria

- Proven experience in delivering advocacy services for women and children impacted by domestic and family violence within a trauma-informed framework.
- Demonstrated specialist knowledge pertaining to family and domestic violence and including feminist framework and structural intersectional analysis and understanding of and commitment to social justice.
- Demonstrated knowledge of AVOs, family law and related court proceedings and ability to deliver services in accordance with the WDVCAP best practice model.
- Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with clients in crisis and provide appropriate trauma informed support.
- Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to negotiate difficult interactions and conflict.
- Ability to be self-directed and adaptable.
- Ability to undertake administrative, data collection and reporting tasks.
- Proficient in computer programs.
- A commitment to and understanding of EEO policy and WH&S; safety standards, and ethical practice principles.
- Current Driver’s License and ability to travel.
- Current NSW Working with Children Check or the ability to obtain these

Applications close Thursday 26 November 2026

📌 Domestic and Family Violence Specialist (Lismore)
🏢 Northern Rivers Community Legal Centre
📍 Lismore