About the Position

We are excited to welcome a part-time [0.8FTE] Specialist Domestic & Family Violence Practitioner to our Townsville Intensive Family Support team. Your experience will strengthen our team’s capability and improve safety outcomes for children and families. In this role, you’ll provide expert guidance on the intersection of DFV and child protection, mentor staff, and build DFV-informed practice across the IFS team.

You’ll represent our service in key stakeholder meetings, maintain strong partnerships with external DFV agencies, and may hold a small specialist caseload to support families with complex safety needs.

This is a meaningful opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about elevating practice, influencing system change, and making a real impact in the lives of vulnerable families.

• Level 5 SCHCADS Award.
• Salary range: $105,578 - $110,360 (pro-rata) + Superannuation
• Part-time [0.8FTE], Government funded opportunity until 31 December 2026 with a possible extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist Domestic and Family Violence guidance to the IFS team, supporting high-quality screening, assessment and safety planning for families.
• Contribute to case consultations, offering expert insight into Domestic and Family Violence risk, safety considerations and recommended interventions.
• Build team capability by mentoring staff, delivering training, and embedding domestic and family violence -informed practice frameworks such as Safe & Together.
• Strengthen partnerships with external Domestic and Family Violence services and stakeholders to ensure coordinated, wrap-around support for families.

Please read the full position description for more information.

About You

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (allied health, social work, human services) with professional registration (if required) and, a membership in a professional association (desirable).
• Safe and Together accredited or a willingness to complete the required modules.
• Demonstrate five (5) years’ experience working with children and families, including 3+ years in a domestic and family violence role (e.g. women’s services, behaviour-change programs, therapeutic or generalist DFV work).
• Eligibility to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required), including holding or obtaining required checks (Working with Children Check or professional exemption).
• Current driver’s licence.

About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-based support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.

You will have access to:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
• Extra leave, including wellbeing days, study, exam, and pet leave.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
• Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support.
• Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.

Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation. We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion as Inclusive Employer 2023–24 and 2025–26 by the Diversity Council Australia.

How to Apply

Click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received, therefore, please apply as soon as possible before the closing date.

Please include:

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.

If you require any adjustments or support to participate in the recruitment process equitably, we encourage you to reach out to the contact person below. Your information will be treated confidentially.

We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.

Contact

For more information, please contact Leisha Zonta (Practice Supervisor): 07 4755 8755 or [email protected] using the subject line: Specialist Domestic & Family Violence Practitioner - Townsville enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.