FDVA Assessment Specialist - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a FDVA Assessment Specialist remote to join our residential Breathing Space Men’s Behaviour Change Program, working to make a positive change in the FDVA sector. This role is crucial in supporting individuals affected by family and domestic violence and abuse.

What You'll Do

• Conduct comprehensive screening, triage, and risk and needs assessments for all incoming referrals to the Communicare Breathing Space (CBS) program.
• Engage proactively with internal and external stakeholders to maintain high standards of accuracy and quality in referral and information management systems.
• Provide educational group work, informal counselling, and individual case management within a secure and supportive therapeutic setting.
• Support victim survivors, including children, to remain in their homes and connected with their support networks.
• Occasionally travel to conduct face-to-face assessments in prisons as required.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling, or Psychology, or significant experience in the Family and Domestic Violence and Abuse (FDVA) sector.
• Demonstrated experience in intake, screening, triage, and comprehensive FDVA risk and needs assessments.
• Strong understanding of FDVA dynamics, including working with men who use violence and the impacts on women and children.
• Ability to manage crisis, emotional distress, and challenging behaviours using trauma-informed and risk-aware practice.
• Unrestricted driver’s licence, satisfactory Police clearance, and a Working With Children Check.

Nice to Have

• Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to obtain a Department of Justice Clearance if required.

What We Offer

• Generous NFP Salary Packaging: Option to package up to $15,900 for general living expenses and an additional $2,650 for entertainment benefits per annum.
• Extra Leave: 5 days of extra paid leave per annum (pro rata for part-time).
• Paid Parental Leave: Paid leave and return to work incentives.
• Support for FDVA: Family Domestic Violence and Abuse leave, financial assistance, and structured support for any employees who have experienced FDVA incidents.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted Health Insurance with HBF, free confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program, and an annual Flu Vaccination Program.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within a supportive and inclusive team culture.