Alexis Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Person using Violence)

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 a Senior Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Person using Violence), this is your opportunity to provide intensive, innovative and holistic short-term interventions to persons using violence with a strong focus on risk and behaviour change.

Embedded within the Victoria Police Ballarat Family Violence Investigation Unit (FVIU), you will contribute to a unified, real‑time, multi‑disciplinary response that prioritises safety, stabilises crisis, and mitigates systemic risk. 

Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed term full-time position, contracted for 12 months, based in Ballarat, VIC.

Conditions 

Compensation is in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award (SCHADS) Level 6.

How you will make an impact 

• Identify and assess immediate family violence risk using MARAM‑aligned frameworks, prioritising the safety of victim survivors and children

• Conduct intake, triage and dynamic assessments as the first point of contact in a high‑risk policing environment

• Co‑review incidents with Victoria Police to support coordinated, integrated and timely responses

• Deliver short‑term case coordination including safety‑focused interventions and escalation of risk concerns

• Engage men using violence through respectful, non‑judgemental, trauma‑informed practice that upholds accountability and behaviour change

• Maintain high‑quality documentation including risk assessments, case notes and reporting aligned with TSA and legislative requirements 

What you will bring 

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

• At least five years case management experience, with family violence experience highly desirable

• Strong understanding of the gendered nature of family violence, intersectionality, child development and trauma

• Ability to work effectively with men using violence, maintaining boundaries, risk focus and accountability

• Experience working in multi‑disciplinary, integrated service models

• A current Employee Working With Children Check 

• A current VIC Drivers Licence

• Willingness to undergo Victoria 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 

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing 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.