Specialist Domestic and Family Violence Advocate – Level 4
- Advocate for and support victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.
- Level 4 under the SCHADS Award, plus generous benefits.
- Be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values your professional development.
- Contribute to meaningful work focused on eliminating domestic and family violence.
- Aboriginal and/or 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’re 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
DVNQ is currently seeking Specialist Domestic and Family Violence Advocate (Level 4) to join our team in Townsville, QLD.
As a Specialist DFV Advocate, your role is pivotal within DVNQ. Reporting to the Response Team Leader, this role provides specialist DFV support through trauma-informed risk assessment, safety planning, court support, case management, and referrals.
This is a Permanent Part Time 0.8 FTE position.
As a Specialist DFV Advocate, you will:
- Deliver trauma-informed crisis response, risk assessments, and safety planning.
- Provide feminist-informed DFV services and coordinate emergency accommodation/safety upgrades.
- Support clients through court processes and protection orders.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and partner agencies for holistic support.
- Champion cultural accountability and embed cultural capacity across DVNQ
For a copy of the full position descriptions, please email recruitment@dvnq.org.au
What We’re Looking For – Selection Criteria
To be considered, you will need to meet the following criteria:
Qualifications and Experience
- A three-year tertiary qualification in a relevant human services field and/or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the human services sector.
Skills and Competencies
- Knowledge of DFV and child protection legislation, risk assessment frameworks and trauma-informed practice.
- Demonstrated capability in counselling, case management and complex decision making.
- Understanding of the complex ways in which children are harmed through experiencing violence.
- Understanding of the complex impacts of trauma and intergenerational trauma on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
- Ability to skillfully and sensitively communicate complex information verbally and in writing, particularly when faced with heightened states of distress.
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 4
- 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 with rare out-of-hours needs
- Strong supervision culture – regular internal and external supervision
- Employee Assistance Program, annual flu shots, and more
- Commitment to staff wellbeing and growth — team days, training, mentoring
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:
- Cover letter addressing each Selection Criteria
- Resume and 2 professional references (one must be your current or most recent Line
Manager)
- Proof of education, qualifications/or relevant experience
Applications close 9am 18th June 2026
Note: Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
This is more than a job — it’s a chance to create lasting change.
