• Be the first voice of hope and shape better futures for children and families
• Make a difference contributing to meaningful and purposeful work
• SCHADS Level 5 - Full-time, permanent position, based in Horsham

Your new role

The Orange Door is transforming the way people access support in times of need, bringing together specialist services, expert practitioners and a shared commitment to safety, wellbeing and empowerment.

We’re building a strong, connected team to support:

• Women, children, young people and families experiencing family violence
• People using violence who need support to change
• Families seeking help with the care, development and wellbeing of infants, children and young people

By uniting Community Service Organisations (including Uniting), Aboriginal services, Family Safety Victoria (FSV), and the Department of Families, Fairness & Housing (DFFH), The Orange Door creates a single, accessible entry point for support — and we want passionate practitioners to join us.

You’ll be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, safe and effective responses to families when they need it most.

• Be the first point of contact for people seeking help
• Provide compassionate, informed advice and information
• Conduct risk assessments and engage with clients to understand their needs
• Work closely with partner agencies to create coordinated, client‑focused responses
• Support improved outcomes for children, young people and families

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to your base hourly rate (SCHADS Level 5) and super, you’ll also receive 17.5% leave loading and the ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits, which can be used for living expenses such as groceries, bills, clothing, streaming services, and much more.

With our meal entertainment benefit of $2,650 annually, you can save on dining out and drinks, making the most of your pre-tax dollars. At Uniting, you can also access the following:

• Need extra time off? Buy additional leave to increase annual leave!
• Enjoy a 10% discount at Uniting Early Learning!
• Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
• Excellent resources to enable you to do your job well.
• Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.
• Opt in or out of public holidays, be respected for your unique background.

Your skills and experience

One of the following:

• One of the following:
• Must be assessed to meet the mandatory minimum qualification requirement for specialist family violence roles - SEE HERE
• Degree in Social Work or other qualification in family violence or related discipline that meets Australian Qualification Framework [AQF] Level 7 [Bachelor, Graduate Certificate or Masters degree];
• or hold a diploma in a discipline related to family violence and be in the process of working towards a qualification that meets the MMQ; 
• or have at least 2 years relevant professional experience and be in the process working towards a qualification that meets the MMQ;
• or have been working in a specialist family violence role prior to July 2021.

Other Requirements:

• Current Victorian Driver’s License.

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How to apply

Click "Apply Now" to submit your interest.

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.

For any questions, reach out to Muskan Vij on [email protected] using the subject line: Orange Door Practitioner enquiry via EthicalJobs or call 0466 468 089 for a chat during business hours.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBTQIA+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.