Alexis Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Victim Survivor)

Why this role matters

The Alexis Family Violence Response Model (A‑FVRM) is a jointly designed initiative between The Salvation Army and Victoria Police, providing an integrated, risk informed, whole‑of‑family response to high‑risk family violence incidents. This role is critical in ensuring timely, coordinated and trauma-informed interventions that reduce risk and strengthen safety for victim survivors.

About the role

As aSenior Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Victim Survivor), thisis your opportunity to provide intensive,short-term,trauma-informedinterventions to individuals and families experiencing family violence. Embedded within the Victoria Police Family Violence Investigation Unit (FVIU), you will contribute to a unified,real‑time,multidisciplinaryresponse that prioritises safety, stabilises crisis, and mitigates systemic risk.

Reporting to theTeam Leader,this is afixed-term full-timeposition, contracted for 12 months,locatedonsiteinFrankston, VIC.

Conditions

Compensation isin accordance withtheSocial, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award (SCHADS) Level6.

How you will make an impact

• Assess and prioritise high-risk family violence cases, applying MARAM and a gendered, child-focused lens to ensure the safety of victim survivors in a fast-paced, police-embedded environment.
• Lead intake, triage, and dynamic risk assessments, making timely, sound decisions and delivering immediate safety planning and crisis responses.
• Partner closely with Victoria Police and specialist services, co-triaging incidents and delivering coordinated, integrated responses to complex family violence matters.
• Provide trauma-informed, respectful and non-judgemental support, engaging victim survivors with empathy while upholding strong professional boundaries and a whole-of-family approach.
• Deliver short-term case coordination and risk-driven interventions, including referrals, advocacy, and crisis escalation, while responding flexibly during periods of high demand.
• Maintain high standards of practice and accountability, including accurate record-keeping, MARAM-aligned service delivery, collaboration across services, and ongoing learning through supervision and professional development.

What you will bring

• Tertiary qualifications inSocial Work, Psychology or equivalent, aligned with Mandatory Minimum Qualifications (Rec 209).

• At leastfive years case management experience, with family violence experiencehighly desirable

• Strong understanding of thegendered nature of family violence, intersectionality, childdevelopmentand trauma

• Ability to work effectively withmen using violence,maintainingboundaries, riskfocusand accountability

• Experience working inmultidisciplinary, integrated service models

• A currentVICEmployeeWorkingwith Children Check

• A currentVIC Drivers Licence

• Willingness to undergoVictoria Police Security Checks

What we offer

Eligible employees can access a meaningful and supportive employment experience, including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.

• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.

• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)

• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.

• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

How to apply

Ifyou’repassionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, pleasesubmityourresumeandcover letterdetailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.

Together, we can build a safer and more empowered future for families and communities.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

Enquiries Only
To request a copy of the Position Description please contact Lauren Chisholm via Lauren.Chisholm@salvationarmy.org.au.