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Family Violence Practitioner (Western Regions)

Victoria, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Social Work/Psychology/Community Services) or significant family violence/socials
  • Strong understanding of family violence dynamics and impact on Aboriginal women and children.
  • Full Victorian Driver’s Licence; ability to obtain Working with Children Check and Police Check.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Description

We’re Hiring Outreach Case Managers (Northern & Western Regions) – Aboriginal Women’s Specialist Family Violence Service

Location:

Based in Melton

Employment Type: Full-Time

Classification: SCHADS Award 2010 – Level 4.1

Salary: Competitive + Salary Packaging + 11% Superannuation

Identified Role: This is a female-only position under Section 28 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander women are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Elizabeth Morgan House (EMH)

Elizabeth Morgan House Aboriginal Women’s Service Inc. (EMH) is a proudly Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, providing specialist family violence services for Aboriginal women and their children since 1976. We offer culturally safe and holistic programs including high-security refuge, outreach, court support, housing, and counselling.

Our vision is to work with Aboriginal communities to ensure a safe and culturally strong future for our women, children, and young people.

About the Role

We are currently seeking two experienced and passionate Family Violence Practitioner to join our western team:

These roles provide trauma-informed, culturally appropriate case management to Aboriginal women and their children experiencing family violence. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, risk assessments, safety and case planning, housing advocacy, and community outreach.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver holistic, strengths-based case management support
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and safety planning
  • Support clients in accessing safe and secure housing
  • Provide court support and facilitate referrals to appropriate services
  • Maintain accurate case notes and contribute to program reporting

Selection Criteria

  • relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Social Work, Psychology, Community Services) or demonstrate significant experience in family violence or social services and be willing to undertake a formal transition plan toward compliance.
  • Strong understanding of the dynamics of family violence and its impact on Aboriginal women and children
  • Ability to provide culturally safe and client-centred case management
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
  • Full Victorian Driver’s License
  • Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check and Police Check

Preferred

  • Experience working in a similar family violence support role
  • Familiarity with SHIP database and SAAP-funded program reporting

Why Work With EMH?

  • SCHADS Level 4.1 + salary packaging + 11% super
  • Work within a culturally safe and community-led organisation
  • Supportive team environment with ongoing professional development
  • Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal women and children

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and preferred location (Western) to sim@emhaws.org.au

Applications will remain open until the positions are filled.