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The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Every child deserves to feel safe, seen and supported. At the Karratha Women and Children’s Centre, you will play a meaningful role in helping children and young people rebuild their sense of safety and belonging after experiences of family and domestic violence. This is work that changes the trajectory of lives. It is work that strengthens families. It is work that matters.
As a Specialist Family Violence Children’s Practitioner, you will champion the voices of children and young people, create spaces where they can thrive and empower parents to build healthy, nurturing relationships. Your presence, your skills and your compassion will make a real difference every single day.
You will provide developmentally appropriate, trauma informed support to children and young people, while also offering evidence-based parenting support to mothers accessing crisis accommodation. The role blends therapeutic work, case management, safety planning and community engagement. You will be part of a warm, collaborative team committed to creating a safe and empowering environment for families.
This permanent full-time position within the Karratha Women and Children’s Centre, reporting to the Team Leader. Pay is in accordance with a SCHADS Level 5.
Conduct ongoing risk assessments and safety planning using agreed tools
Deliver effective case management to children and young people
Provide parenting support that strengthens positive parent child interactions
Deliver evidence-based support services in home, school and community settings
Build trusting, respectful relationships with children, families and community partners
Respond to and report incidents and risks in line with TSA policy
Maintain clear communication and handover with relevant staff
Develop and update risk assessments, safety plans and outcome tools
Work in partnership with local agencies, schools and community groups
Participate in team meetings, case reviews, supervision and training
Support service delivery needs including transport, group activities and preparing units for intake
Facilitate programs and therapeutic activities including school holiday programs
Work from a trauma informed, strengths-based approach
Identify service gaps and contribute to service improvement
Support a positive, inclusive workplace culture
Degree or Diploma in Social Work, Early Childhood, Counselling, Community Services or related field (preferred but not essential)
Experience in a community services setting
Demonstrated ability to deliver trauma informed, client centred support
Strong time management skills and ability to work autonomously
Well-developed communication and liaison skills
Ability to work collaboratively with agencies, families and children
Strong computer skills including case notes and record management
NFP salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900 tax free) and Entertainment Benefit ($2,650 tax free)
Flexible working arrangements that support balance, wellbeing and life outside of work
Employee Assistance Program – confidential counselling service for you and your family
Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts
Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
Up to 8 weeks of leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
Generous parental leave (12 weeks)
Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a Salvation Army program or activity
A supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued, encouraged and surrounded by passionate team members who care deeply about the work
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W e are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.
We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.
With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.
We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.
When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.
In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.
