Family Safety and Wellbeing Practitioner
About Us
We are Queensland's leading provider of relationship and family wellbeing services. Our purpose is to provide individuals and families with the tools and support they need to build happier, healthier lives. Through education, counselling, and community programs, we help people develop the skills and resilience to navigate life's challenges.
Our work promotes care and safety, embracing diversity to foster strong and connected communities. We are committed to expanding our expertise and leading conversations about relationships, mental health, and social connection.
This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of First Nations children and families in the Townsville community.
About the Role
This position is part of our Thriving Kinnections Program, dedicated to supporting First Nations children and families. We are committed to building a culturally safe and welcoming workplace that values the knowledge, strengths, and lived experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
In this role, you will provide culturally informed interventions to First Nations individuals and families impacted by family violence. Your work will focus on fostering healthy relationships, addressing violent and abusive behaviours, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of individuals, children, and families.
You will also:
Provide individual case management, support, referral, and group work to people impacted by family violence.
Deliver community development strategies to raise awareness about domestic and family violence (DFV) and its impact on individuals, relationships, and culture.
Utilise a strong understanding of intergenerational trauma relevant to First Nations people in all aspects of service delivery.
Contribute to a service designed in collaboration with the community, for people who experience domestic and family violence and people who use violence.
About the Service
The Family Safety and Wellbeing Service aims to increase safety and wellbeing for men, women, and children within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. The service provides assistance to those experiencing or using violence in their relationships and families.
About You
To be considered for this role, ideally you will have:
* Undergraduate level qualifications in Social or Behavioural Sciences
* Extensive experience applying frameworks to build healthy relationships with Australia's First Nations people
* An understanding that workers, based on their gender, may work in areas related to men's business and/or women's business in accordance with cultural expectations
* An understanding of trauma-informed practice, family and ecological systems
What We Can Offer
We offer a salary between $84,000 to $98,000 per annum, plus superannuation. Additional benefits include flexible working hours, study leave, and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and cover letter outlining your demonstrated experience in each area. We encourage you to apply before the advertisement closes.