Graduate Specialist Family Violence Practitioner

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About the Role

Based in Southern Tasmania, this graduate position offers a valuable pathway for newly graduated or final‑year Social Work students to build their skills, knowledge and experience in family violence services. This is a max‑term contract until 30 June 2026, working 3 days per week (negotiable), with remuneration at SCHADS Level 4.1. Over a 6‑month development period, you will receive extensive training and support while providing place‑based and outreach case management to women, and women with children, who have experienced or are currently experiencing family violence. The role also includes delivering assessments and crisis responses, ensuring high‑quality, safe and effective family violence and child wellbeing support for those seeking safety, stability and recovery. With a reduced caseload, the Graduate Specialist Family Violence Practitioner will have the time and capacity to fully engage in skill‑building and practice development programs.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Establish effective, empowering relationships with clients that encourage self‑determination and align with the National Family Violence Model of Care
• Provide case management support in line with TSA case management models and practice standards
• Conduct ongoing assessments of client needs, issues and circumstances from intake through to exit
• Develop individual case plans collaboratively with clients, incorporating interventions that address their goals and needs
• Support clients to lead their own case plans and actively participate in their recovery
• Assist clients to access holistic support services, build community connections, and advocate on their behalf when required
• Monitor and review case plan progress, taking action to ensure plans remain responsive to client needs
• Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date client records and data in accordance with TSA standards and systems
• Identify risks to clients, staff and TSA, and escalate concerns promptly to the Team Leader
• Recognise service gaps and provide recommendations for service delivery improvements
• Meet key performance indicators within required timeframes

What You Will Bring

• A recently completed tertiary qualification in Social Work, or current final‑year Social Work student
• Passion and commitment to working in family violence services
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Advanced computer skills, including experience with data and record management
• Evidence of qualifications or progress toward completion
• A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Completion of all compulsory training modules
• A current Tasmanian Driver’s Licence
• A current and valid Working With Children Check

What we offer 

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit. 
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities. 
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport 
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency. 
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts. 

How to Apply

If this opportunity resonates with you and you’re passionate about making a real difference, we encourage you to apply. Submit your current CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the essential requirements of the role. Applications will close once a suitable candidate is appointed.

For any questions about the role, please contact the Hiring Manager at liz.carney@salvationarmy.org.au

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.

The Salvation Army is a child safe 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.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration