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Mount Isa Domestic Violence Practice Manager

Mount Isa • Mount Isa, Queensland 4825, Australia • Full-time

Description

Mount Isa Domestic Violence Practice Manager – Level 7

  • Lead a passionate team delivering life-changing support to individuals and families affected by domestic and family violence.
  • Shape the future of services through strategic planning, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Make a real impact in the Mount Isa community by fostering safety, empowerment, and cultural respect.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders and build strong networks to drive systemic change.
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply

Why DVNQ?

For over 30 years, DVNQ has been a cornerstone of community safety and support in Townsville. We are a charity committed to evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches — and we care deeply about the rights, safety, and dignity of victim-survivors.

Our values — Integrity, Compassion, Advocacy, Innovation, Collaboration — drive everything we do. We invest in our people because we know this work is meaningful, complex, and life-changing.

When you join DVNQ, you’re not just taking a job – you’re joining a supportive, purpose-driven team that champions professional growth and puts people first.

Learn more about us: www.dvnq.com.au

About the Opportunity

Are you ready to take the lead in creating safer futures for families and communities?

We’re looking for a dynamic, passionate, and experienced Practice Manager to join our team in Mount Isa. This is your opportunity to drive change, lead a dedicated team, and shape services that truly make an impact.

As the Mount Isa Domestic Violence Practice Manager, you’ll:

  • Lead service delivery and development across Mount Isa programs.
  • Mentor and inspire a team delivering life-changing support.
  • Build strong partnerships with stakeholders and community leaders.
  • Drive strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Champion culturally respectful and inclusive practices.

Fixed-Term | Full-Time | Purpose-Driven Role

About You

You’re a future-focused, compassionate leader with:

  • Degree in human services (or 5+ years’ experience in a similar field).
  • Minimum 3 years’ professional experience in domestic and family violence or related areas.
  • Advanced knowledge of DFV legislation, risk assessment frameworks, and trauma-informed practice.
  • Strong cultural capability and commitment to working respectfully with First Nations peoples.

What We’re Looking For – Selection Criteria

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

  • Qualifications and Experience – Degree-level qualification in a relevant human services discipline OR a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar field and at least 3 years’ full-time equivalent professional experience in domestic and family violence or related human services roles.
  • Knowledge – Advanced knowledge of DFV legislation, risk assessment frameworks, information sharing guidelines/legislation and expertise in trauma-informed practices.
  • Line Management– Experience line managing and supervising staff, providing practice direction and specialist practice advice.
  • Cultural Capability – Can modify practice to meet the context and experience of First Nations peoples to ensure genuine cultural capability for self, staff and team.
  • Compliance – Ability to develop policies and practices, ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement.
  • Leadership – Values-driven, resilient and emotionally intelligent leader with advanced decision making and problem-solving skills.
  • Child Safety – Advanced understanding of the complex ways children are harmed through their experiences of DFV.
  • Partnerships – Abilit to establish higher order networks and relationships across the sector to facilitate smooth referral pathways and effective information sharing.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Current QLD C Class Driver’s Licence
  • Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
  • Australia: National Police Check Clearance – at organisation expense

What You’ll Get

  • SCHADS Level 7
  • Up to $15,900 salary packaging — boost your take-home pay
  • Extra Christmas leave + 4 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading
  • Flexible working hours – Monday to Friday
  • Strong supervision culture – regular internal and external supervision
  • Commitment to staff wellbeing and growth — team days, training, mentoring and employee assistance program

Here’s How to Apply:

Please apply through the link in the advertisement that will direct you to our recruitment platform. There you will be required to submit:

1. Cover letter addressing each Selection Criteria

2. Resume and 2 professional references (one must be your current or most recent line manager)

3. Proof of education, qualifications/or relevant experience

Applications close 9am on the 27th January 2026

Note: Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to create lasting change.

Role Type

On-site • Contract • Full-time • Associate

Pay Rate

60.27 AUD – 62.79 AUD (Hour)

Company Overview

Established in 1994, DVNQ is a local charity operating in North Queensland. We provide services in Townsville, Ingham, Ayr, Charters Towers, Richmond, Palm Island, Mount Isa, Cloncurry, Dajarra, and Camooweal. We offer free and confidential services for people experiencing domestic and family violence. The rights and dignity of victim-survivors and culturally respectful engagement are of paramount importance and underpin our service delivery. DVNQ is a strong feminist advocacy service, campaigning to end men’s use of domestic and family violence.