About Us
Boorndawan Willam Aboriginal Healing Service (BWAHS) is the lead Aboriginal‐specific family violence service for the Eastern Metropolitan Region of Melbourne. Established in 2006 and transitioning to an independent Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation in 2019, BWAHS delivers trauma‐informed, culturally grounded responses to individuals and families experiencing or at risk of family violence.
Services include:
* Intensive Case Management
* Integrated Child & Family Services
* Alcohol & Other Drugs Support
* Deadly Tomorrows (AFVITH)
* Therapeutic Services for women, children, young people, families
* Therapeutic group programs
* Services within The Orange Door.
POSITION SUMMARY
Full Time
This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
The Aboriginal Men's Family Violence Services Manager provides leadership, oversight, and high‐quality practice guidance across all men's family violence programs. The role supports clinical staff through supervision, practice development and integration of theory into service delivery.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the role ensures the workforce is skilled and culturally informed to deliver safe, effective and timely responses for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and their families. The Manager oversees the Men's Case Management team, Men's Group Facilitation team, and in collaboration with the Therapeutic Coordinator, the Men's Therapeutic Team. The position also reports on program performance to the CEO and Board of Directors.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
1. Service Planning and Implementation
* Contribute to strategic planning, program review, operational priorities and workforce development as part of the Senior Management Team.
* Implement the organisational strategic direction and ensure alignment with the BWAHS Service Delivery Model.
* Provide specialist advice on all aspects of Men's Family Violence Services.
* Lead a culturally strong organisational culture that elevates Aboriginal staff and client voices.
* Prepare comprehensive operational reports, data summaries and briefings for the CEO and Board.
* Develop, monitor and review operational plans that reflect community needs.
* Participate in ongoing professional development.
* Monitor and evaluate service performance and achievement of key deliverables.
2. Leadership and Team Development
* Provide leadership grounded in legislation, policy and evidence‐based practice.
* Deliver regular briefings to the CEO based on research and stakeholder input.
* Lead the development of practice frameworks and policy enhancements.
* Oversee supervision, reflective practice and professional development for staff.
* Identify and manage risks affecting clients and the organisation.
* Contribute to organisational committees and quality improvement initiatives.
* Promote transparency, accountability, collaboration and self‐determination.
* Facilitate team meetings, training and organisational development activities.
3. Culturally Informed Practice
* Provide culturally safe and professional leadership, mentoring and support.
* Promote a positive, adaptive and culturally grounded workplace culture.
* Support high‐performing multidisciplinary teams.
* Manage a client caseload when required.
* Provide guidance on intake, assessment, complex case consultations, risk assessment and risk management.
* Ensure compliance with BWAHS quality, audit and record‐keeping requirements.
4. Financial, Reporting, and Resource Management
* Lead financial, resource and operational reporting for Men's Programs.
* Ensure compliance with legislation, policies and organisational delegations.
* Oversee continuous quality improvement and workplace health and safety compliance.
* Manage performance reporting, data accuracy and KPI monitoring.
* Ensure statutory and contractual obligations are met.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
* Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or related discipline, or willingness to complete via an agreed development plan in line with the mandatory minimum qualifications, Recommendation 209.
* Demonstrated leadership and management capability.
* Experience in family violence case management, including risk and needs assessment and trauma‐informed practice.
* Strong understanding of Family Violence, Therapeutic Healing and Men's Behaviour Change frameworks and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
* Experience in the family violence sector or related fields.
* Experience working with high‐risk clients (highly desirable).
* Demonstrated capacity to work with men with complex needs.
* Knowledge of family violence impacts and the ability to apply relevant theoretical frameworks.
* Experience developing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships.
* Strong written communication skills, including reporting and case documentation.
* Ability to work effectively in a team and operate independently.
* Understanding of legislative frameworks relating to Aboriginal men, families and communities affected by family violence.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
It is a condition of employment that BWAHS be provided with the following:
* Current Victorian Driver's License
* Current Working with Children's Check
* Undertake National Police Check
* This position is designated under the Multiagency Risk Assessment and Management framework (MARAM) Comprehensive (Tier 1) level which requires mandated MARAM Family Violence Comprehensive Risk Assessment training and responsibilities.
* A degree in social work (or equivalent) or willingness to work toward the qualification in line with the mandatory minimum qualifications policy.
Application Process
* To be considered for the position all applicants must include a resume and a cover letter addressing all the Key Selection Criteria.
* Applicants will be short listed and may be interviewed upon receipt of application, and the position may be filled before the closing date 27 March 2026.
Please contact Georgia Hooper at *********@bwahs.com.au for further information or a copy of the position description.