In-Demand social worker Jobs in melbourne northern suburbs, vic

Family Violence Crisis Specialist
Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre —North Melbourne VIC
- $51 - $53 a year
- Part-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Social Work
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10h
Senior Manager, Professional Practice - Rehabilitation and Reintegration Branch
Department of Justice and Community Safety —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Case management
20h
Care Finder
DPV Health —Melbourne VIC
- Contract
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
- Employee assistance program
- Gym membership
6d
Incident and Investigation Lead - child safety
MACSEYE —East Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Working with children
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5d
Care Partner (Support at Home Program)
Chinese Community Social Services Centre Limited —Box Hill VIC
- Full-time
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's degree
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Manager - Family, Youth and Children's Law Projects
Victoria Legal Aid —Melbourne VIC
- $131,154 - $155,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Commuter assistance
- Work from home
7d
Team Leader - Mental Health Services
Victoria Police —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
13d
HHS - Supportive Housing Case Manager
Wintringham —Carlton VIC
- $37.99 - $48.81 an hour
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Case management
- No degree
Family Group Conference Convenor - Restoring Families
Uniting Vic.Tas —Blackburn VIC
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- Working with children
- Negotiation
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
8d
Reconnect Case Manager
Melbourne City Mission —Braybrook VIC
- Part-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Social Work
Supervisor, Drug Court and Court Services - Melbourne
Corrections Victoria —Melbourne VIC
- $100,894 - $114,476 a year
- Full-time
- Working with children
- Case management
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance program
14d
Mental Health Program Coordinator
Eastern Health —Box Hill VIC
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Organisational skills
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
Team Leader Case Management Programs IYS
Melbourne City Mission —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Databases
- Working with children
7d
Targeted Care Packages Key Worker
Ability Assist —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Case management
Case Manager - Community Connect Program
The Salvation Army —Nunawading VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
7d
Mental Health Team Leader
Telecare Australia —Blackburn VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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5d
Casual AOD & Mental Health Support Workers
Windana —St Kilda VIC
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
- Gym membership
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9d
Complex Care Coordinator Community Services Camberwell
Inspiro —Ashburton VIC
- Up to $15,990 a year
- Contract
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Complex Care Coordinator Community Services Ashburton
Access Health and Community —Camberwell VIC
- Contract
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
Occupational Rehabilitation Consultant (SA) Adelaide
Wise Employment —Melbourne VIC
- Case management

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Family Violence Crisis Specialist

Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre -
North Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Permanent | Part-time
$51 - $53 a year
10 hours ago

Benefits

Salary packaging

Qualifications

Crisis intervention
Intake
Bachelor's degree
Social Work
Working with Children Check

Full Job Description

Introduction:
Safe Steps is the only 24/7, family violence response centre in Victoria, providing a “state-wide entry point” for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence. Services include information and referral, crisis response, specialist family violence risk assessment, safety planning, Webchat, and access to supported crisis accommodation.

Our vision is safety, support and respect for all victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.

Our practice is trauma-informed and guided by evidence. We provide services to all victim-survivors and recognise that most of our work is dedicated to the needs of women and children which reflects the gendered nature of domestic and family violence.

Description:
THE ROLE

As a Family Violence Crisis Specialist (Intake & Assessment), you will play a critical frontline role within Victoria’s only statewide 24/7 family violence response service.

This role involves providing telephone and web‑based crisis support, conducting specialist family violence risk assessments, developing safety plans, and connecting victim‑survivors to appropriate services and supports. You will work within a collaborative, values‑driven team and contribute to continuous improvement across crisis response services.

The role is based at Safe Steps’ head office in North Melbourne, with flexibility required to work across a 24/7 roster, including weekends, evening and overnight shifts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver telephone and web‑based crisis intervention, information, and referrals to victim‑survivors and service providers
Assess and respond to family violence risk in line with the MARAM Framework
Identify immediate safety needs and determine appropriate crisis response pathways
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support effective service delivery
Provide crisis support, information, and referrals to internal and external services
Maintain accurate, high‑quality client records in line with legislative and organisational requirements
Participate in reflective practice, supervision, and continuous quality improvement initiatives
Uphold Safe Steps’ commitment to inclusion, equity, and cultural safety for all communities

Skills and Experiences:
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent qualification, or willingness to work towards one
Minimum 3 years’ experience in the specialist family violence sector or crisis‑focused roles
Demonstrated experience in intake, screening, and risk assessment
Strong knowledge of the Victorian family violence system and referral pathways
MARAM Framework training (or willingness to complete on commencement)
Ability to work calmly and effectively in high‑pressure, time‑critical environments
Commitment to Safe Steps’ values of Integrity, Diversity, and Empowerment
Current Working with Children Check and willingness to undergo a National Police Check.

Desirable

Experience in telephone or web‑based counselling or crisis services
Experience working in 24/7 or shift‑based service environments

WHY JOIN US?

Be part of Victoria’s only 24/7 statewide family violence response centre
Work in a role that makes critical early‑intervention safety decisions
Supportive supervision, reflective practice, and continuous training
Inclusive, values‑driven workplace committed to staff wellbeing
SCHADS Award Level 5 remuneration with generous salary packaging

INTERESTED? APPLY TODAY!

If this sounds like the role for you then click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

Applications will be assessed as they are received and may close early once a suitable candidate is found.

Your application will not be considered unless you provide a cover letter and a Resume.

Due to service demand, this role requires flexibility to work across a 24/7 roster. There is a particular need for staff who are available to work weekend, evening and overnight shifts. Please outline your availability in your cover letter.

Safe Steps is an organisation committed to an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, those from diverse cultural, linguistic, and religious backgrounds, all ages, LGBTQIA+ people, and those with a diversity of experiences.

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social worker jobs in melbourne northern suburbs, vic

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