Help us do our part to change the reality of domestic and family violence across the Gold Coast. 54 reasons is one of the largest providers of DFV refuge and outreach services in Queensland – be part of this dynamic network of teams working together to deliver high-quality support. Based in the Gold Coast, you’ll provide outreach crisis support to women and children experiencing Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) and/or homelessness because of DFV.
54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – no ordinary not-for-profit.
Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity.
With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers in every state and territory, and across regions, remote areas and capital cities. From our programs to our support services - this is the place to realise your purpose.
A place to make a difference:
In this part-time, maximum-term role until 30 June 2027, you will work 68.4 hours per fortnight across 9 rostered days. Working days may be scheduled on Monday to Sunday and may be subject to change in consultation with you and program leadership. Operating hours are 2:00pm to 10:00pm Monday to Friday and 11:00am to 7:00pm on weekends. You’ll work as part of our ReachOut team in the Gold Coast, to help us create lasting change for children everywhere.
You will make a difference by:
- Providing immediate support to women and children impacted by DFV, through outcomes based, strengths’ perspective and client-centred approaches
- Conducting risk assessments and safety planning
- Developing strong partnerships and referral pathways to connect women and families with appropriate information, support and services, to achieve desired outcomes
- Collecting and recording information for the purpose of accountability, evaluation, and reporting
A place to feel valued:
Your deep expertise in domestic and family violence will be invaluable. You’re a passionate and confident DFV specialist, with strong knowledge of domestic and family violence and how it impacts women, children and communities. Importantly, you’re committed to making a positive change in the community.
This role requires:
- Experience working with women, children and young people who have experienced domestic and family violence
- Knowledge of best practice, professional standards, and relevant research in the field of domestic and family violence
- Demonstrated experience working with, and understanding of, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and families, including the ability to identify the ways in which cultural contexts influence practice approaches
- Current valid driver’s licence
- A Bachelor of Social Work, Psychology or relevant Human Services Qualification and/or significant experience working in the domestic and family violence sector
It is a genuine requirement of this position that it be filled by a woman as permitted in sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1991.
A place to belong:
At 54 reasons, we invest in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is approximately 600 people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs.
It takes all types of people to do the challenging work we do. We are diverse personalities, backgrounds and talents, embracing our differences as one strong and united team. We see and celebrate the unique value you bring to our organisation, and offer a range of rewards for your effort, including:
- Flexible working options including co-location with key stakeholders and community partners
- Award rate salary (Level 4.1 currently $46.70 per hour) plus access full PBI salary packaging benefits -
- Extra leave to use in a range of ways to ensure you’re able to perform at your optimum
- Supportive Managers – we provide professional supervision training and monthly supervision sessions so you can feel supported and build a career at Save (54 reasons field roles only)
- Support for workplace wellness, including access to our free, confidential Employee Wellbeing Program
- Celebrate and feel supported in your diversity. We have a highly inclusive culture and diverse workforce reflecting the communities we serve, allowing you to bring your whole self to work (if that’s what you want!).
Follow this link for the full list of our employee benefits.
Does this sound like the place for you?
We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume below.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.
Applications Close: Friday 4th September 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they come in, so don’t delay applying!
Position Description: Family Support Specialist
For more information about this position, please contact Elysha Micallef on 0429 194 628 or [email protected]. Or for more information about a career at Save, visit our Careers Page.
We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure its straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment - so if we didn’t quite hit the mark for you, please let us know at [email protected]. We’re dedicated to ensuring Save the Children Australia is a place where everyone can feel supported – no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.
Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organization. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
Save the Children is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation.
If you are having any issues with uploading your application for this role, please contact [email protected] for further support.
