Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services (Community Services & Development)Employment Type:Full timeSalary:$97k + 11.5% Super + NFP Salary PackagingTheDomestic and Family Violence Support Practitionerwill be the first point of contact for victims who require domestic and family violence or sexual violence support as part of our Safe Connections program providing support for survivors of domestic violence inRoma and surrounding areas.In this role, practitioners work in collaboration with clients to develop individual support plans incorporating strength and resiliency-based principles.You will be central to a client's journey through the service system acting as service navigators and key conduits for information sharing.Employment Term:Fulltime Temporary (12 months) (38hrs)Location:Roma, QldRemuneration:SCHADS Level 5 $97,719 + 11.5% Super + $15,900 NFP Salary Packaging.Your key responsibilities will be:Provide high quality and timely crisis and triage responses, including risk assessment and the addressing of immediate safety and support needs of survivors of DFV including facilitating access and referrals to required services.Provide specialist client centred case management and advocacy support to meet the ongoing safety and support needs of survivors and their families, including but not limited to:Safety PlanningComplex Case Management supportStakeholder ManagementDomestic and Family Violence EducationFacilitating referrals to other relevant services to meet the support needs of the client (e.g.parenting support, housing, financial counselling)Facilitating access to therapeutic counselling interventionsDevelop strong working relationships with key referral agencies who can provide culturally appropriate interventions to perpetrators of violence based on local need and ongoing safety and risk assessments.Research, develop and build on existing programs and associated training in ways that are flexible, creative and which reflect the continually developing needs of families.Who we are looking for:Tertiary degree or qualifications relevant to counselling, case management practice, social work or psychologyHighly motivated and engaged person who has demonstrated experience working with domestic and family violence survivors and perpetrators.Blue CardWhat we offer:Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills up to $15,900 and a meal entertainment up to $2650 per annum.A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving our community.Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and contribute to our community.Our Safe Connections team are passionate about their work with domestic and family violence survivors and perpetrators to have the skills, resilience, and adaptability to effectively heal from the trauma experienced.Joining Lifeline Darling Downs and South West Queensland you will be welcomed as part of the Lifeline family that has been providing services to our communities for 49 years.Our team are compassionate, inclusive, and committed to the work we do - helping engage and empower individuals to build resilient communities.Members of the LGBTIQ+ community, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait people, and people living with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.Apply without delay as applications will be assessed as received and the vacancy may be filled before closing date!#J-18808-Ljbffr