Every person has the right to live in safety, and yet domestic and family violence is a regular occurrence in Australia. Help us do our part to change this reality in Brisbane. 54 Reasons is the largest provider of DFV services in Queensland – be part of this dynamic network of teams working together to deliver high quality support.

54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – no ordinary not-for-profit.

Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that everyone understands their rights. So that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity.

We champion the children, young people and families we work with. We are inspired by the curiosity and creativity of children and motivated by the love of those who care for them.

With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers, advocating with them so that children develop, learn, and are connected, safe and confident. Our people are proudly local, reflective of the communities we serve – in every state and territory, and across regions, remote areas and capital cities.

Where you come in:

In this part-time position (60.8hrs per fortnight) based in the Brisbane Region you’ll work within our Domestic and Family Violence program. You will work as part of a team providing crisis support to women and children who are experiencing domestic violence. Reporting to the Team Leader, you will be based in Brisbane in our crisis accommodation program working flexible hours between 7am – 10pm Monday to Sunday.

You will make an impact by:

• Working within our trauma informed and child centred practice frameworks
• Providing case management supports to women and children, with a strong focus on safety and exit planning
• Completing thorough risk assessments, safety plans and referral pathways
• Working effectively within the specialised crisis model

Does this sound like you?

You have a significant knowledge as a DFV practitioner, with strong case management skills and experience of working with families with complex needs. You have high levels of resilience, initiative and flexibility alongside cultural sensitivity and knowledge. You have a thorough understanding of the impact of Domestic and Family Violence on women and children and can apply that within a trauma informed framework.

This role requires:

• Qualifications in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology or relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience of working with women and children experiencing DFV
• Strong assessment skills, including risk assessment, needs assessment, safety planning and sourcing appropriate referral pathways
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• The ability to participate in an after-hours response (rotating roster).

Working at 54 reasons is more than just a job.

We are a learning organisation that invests in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is 680+ people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs.

We are creative, connected and accountable, bringing energy, guts and ideas to all we do to champion children in Australia and partner with families, communities and partners to bring about change.

Our people work from both home and office, with important moments held in-person to foster belonging and support professional development. Our leave provisions include personal, ceremonial and family violence leave as well as the ability to purchase additional leave. Remuneration is benchmarked and we offer full non-profit salary packaging benefits.

Other benefits include:

• Professional supervision training and monthly supervision sessions
• Festive leave in addition to regular leave benefits
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP
• Opportunity to work on additional projects alongside business as usual
• Individual learning plans to assist in your career development
• Internal employment and development opportunities

For more information regarding the employee benefits of the Save the Children Australia group, please follow this link.

Sound interesting?

We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on the ‘Apply’ section.

Applications close Friday 21st October 2022.

Position Description – Family Support Specialist

For more information about this position, please contact Yasmin Paterson at [email protected]

54 reasons is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation. Successful applicants are required to provide evidence of vaccination against COVID-19, or proof of medical exemption.

We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure it’s straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment – so if we didn’t quite hit the mark for you, please let us know! We’re dedicated to ensuring 54 reasons is a workplace suitable for all people and can modify our processes to suit you – no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.

54 reasons is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check where necessary, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.