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The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
The Alexis Family Violence Response Model (A‑FVRM) is a jointly designed initiative between The Salvation Army and Victoria Police, providing an integrated, risk informed, whole‑of‑family response to high‑risk family violence incidents. This role is critical in ensuring timely, coordinated and trauma-informed interventions that reduce risk and strengthen safety for victim survivors.
As a Senior Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Victim Survivor), this is your opportunity to provide intensive, short-term, trauma-informed interventions to individuals and families experiencing family violence. Embedded within the Victoria Police Family Violence Investigation Unit (FVIU), you will contribute to a unified, real‑time, multidisciplinary response that prioritises safety, stabilises crisis, and mitigates systemic risk.
Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed-term full-time position, contracted for 12 months, located onsite in Frankston, VIC.
Compensation is in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award (SCHADS) Level 6.
How you will make an impact
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Assess and prioritise high-risk family violence cases, applying MARAM and a gendered, child-focused lens to ensure the safety of victim survivors in a fast-paced, police-embedded environment.
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Lead intake, triage, and dynamic risk assessments, making timely, sound decisions and delivering immediate safety planning and crisis responses.
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Partner closely with Victoria Police and specialist services, co-triaging incidents and delivering coordinated, integrated responses to complex family violence matters.
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Provide trauma-informed, respectful and non-judgemental support, engaging victim survivors with empathy while upholding strong professional boundaries and a whole-of-family approach.
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Deliver short-term case coordination and risk-driven interventions, including referrals, advocacy, and crisis escalation, while responding flexibly during periods of high demand.
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Maintain high standards of practice and accountability, including accurate record-keeping, MARAM-aligned service delivery, collaboration across services, and ongoing learning through supervision and professional development.
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Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology or equivalent, aligned with Mandatory Minimum Qualifications (Rec 209).
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At least five years case management experience, with family violence experience highly desirable
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Strong understanding of the gendered nature of family violence, intersectionality, child development and trauma
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Ability to work effectively with men using violence, maintaining boundaries, risk focus and accountability
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Experience working in multidisciplinary, integrated service models
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A current VIC Employee Working with Children Check
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A current VIC Drivers Licence
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Willingness to undergo Victoria Police Security Checks
Eligible employees can access a meaningful and supportive employment experience, including:
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Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
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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.
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Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
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Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
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Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.
Together, we can build a safer and more empowered future for families and communities.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.
Enquiries Only
To request a copy of the Position Description please contact Lauren Chisholm via [email protected].
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal 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.
