The Role
The Family Domestic Violence Response Team (FDVRT) Men's Case Worker will work in line with the Western Australia Police Force, Department of Communities, Department of Justice and services providing Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) support to engage with men who choose to use violence. The Men's Case Worker will also exchange risk related information where required to manage the safety of women and children.
This role will:
* Establish contact and provide individual interventions including case management to men who choose to use violence
* Engage in an assessment process to refer according to men's behaviour change programs or other suitable interventions
* Engage in individual behaviour change sessions for men who choose to use violence
* Conduct tailored risk assessments and safety plans
* Undertake referrals to relevant support services
* Engage in relevant stakeholder relationships
This role is located in Northam and offered on a fixed term Full-time basis until December 2026, working 76 hours per fortnight.
About You
Ideally, you're someone who has experience working in group facilitation settings coupled with a passion for keeping women and children safe from FDVA. Additional to this you will have:
* Tertiary qualification in the human services field, and or significant experience in the family and domestic violence.
* Ability to develop rapport and provide a high level of risk assessment, safety planning, and individual, case management and informal counselling to clients.
* Skills in liaising at all levels with other service providers and stakeholders.
* Skills in advocacy, negotiation and teamwork.
* Demonstrated high level time management and task management skills, and ability to work under limited direction.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and public speaking skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* An understanding of FDV and duty of care
* Valid Driver's Licence, Current Working with Children Check, Satisfactory Police clearance.
What we can offer you
* Generous NFP Salary Packaging: Option to package up to $15,900 for general living expenses and an additional $2,650 for entertainment benefits per annum.
* Extra Leave: 5 days of extra paid leave per annum (pro rata for part-time).
* Paid Parental Leave: Paid leave and return to work incentives.
* Support for FDVA: Family Domestic Violence and Abuse leave, financial assistance, and structured support for any employees who have experienced FDVA incidents.
* Health and Wellbeing: Discounted Health Insurance with HBF, free confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program, and an annual Flu Vaccination Program.
* Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within a supportive and inclusive team culture.
* Being part of an organisation that drives meaningful change across WA communities
Who are we
Communicare delivers over 45 people-focused services that support individuals, families and communities to thrive and create better futures. With over 48 years of experience, we have built a strong reputation for genuinely caring about the people we help.
We are an organization driven by our values of Everyone Is Welcome, Doing What We Say, Above and Beyond, and Stronger Together. Communicare is committed to inclusion, cultural safety and empowering the people we serve.
If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, please apply with an updated resume. A cover letter will be highly regarded to outline key achievements and experience relevant to the role, however not mandatory.
Applications close Sunday 1 February 2026, shortlisting may begin immediately.
Communicare and WRA values diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities.
This role is designated under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) to promote equality; Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Shortlisting will begin immediately, and the role may close without notice. Unsolicited agency contact will not be accepted.