Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Worker - Aboriginal Focused
This position is open to female Aboriginal applicants only. Linking Communities Network Ltd considers being Aboriginal and a woman to be a genuine occupational qualification for this position under sections 14 and 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
We are seeking to fill a position for an Aboriginal female Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Worker (Aboriginal Focused) position in Riverina Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (RWDVCAS). This position will be part of a team committed to eliminating violence against women and their children. This role is offered on a fixed‑term contract basis (35 hours per week) until 30th June 2028 and is based in our Wagga Wagga office servicing Cootamundra, Gundagai, Junee, Temora, Tumbarumba, Tumut and Wagga Wagga Local Courts.
Workers in Riverina WDVCAS provide intake, information and referrals, threat assessment, case coordination, court assistance and court advocacy to WDVCAS clients. They work in partnership with NSW Police, local courts, legal representatives and referral agencies to ensure safety and support for women who are experiencing domestic violence. Riverina WDVCAS provides court assistance and court advocacy before, during and after court for clients who are going through the ADVO process at courts within the Riverina WDVCAS district.
Responsibilities
* Provide accessible and relevant services to women and their children.
* Maintain and develop links with local Aboriginal communities to promote WDVCAS services and encourage women to use them.
* Participate in and facilitate community engagement.
* Engage effectively with clients in crisis, empowering women and children affected by domestic and family violence.
Qualifications
* Qualifications in social welfare or a related field, or experience in community services.
* Understanding of domestic and family violence, its complexities and consequences, particularly as they affect Aboriginal women and children, and ability to engage with clients in a trauma‑informed way.
* Willingness to learn the legal system in relation to Apprehended Violence Orders.
* Ability to work with local Aboriginal communities and the broader community to promote awareness of domestic and family violence and WDVCAS services.
* Excellent communication, networking, organisational and administrative skills.
* Current unrestricted driver's licence with the ability to travel.
* Current clearance in relation to Working with Children and other relevant Police Force checks.
Application Process
You must include the following:
* Written application stating the position title.
* How your knowledge, skills and experience relate to all the selection criteria below to be considered for the position.
* Your resume, detailing employment history (including a brief statement of duties) and education history.
* Your current contact details and contact details for two professional referees.
Please note – an offer of employment will be subject to full clearance of the NSW Police Force Baseline National Security Clearance Vetting Application.
Applications, including a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and a resume must be submitted by 12 noon on Friday 23rd January 2026.
Email all enquiries regarding applications to ********@lcn.org.au.
If the selection criteria is not addressed the application will NOT be considered.
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