Domestic & Family Violence (DFV) Worker Stopping Family Violence

About Us
At Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) we are proud to be Queenslands leading provider of relationship and family wellbeing services. Our purpose is to provide individuals and families with the tools and support they need to build happier healthier lives. Through education counselling and community programs we help people develop the skills and resilience to navigate lifes challenges.

Our work promotes care and safety embracing diversity to foster strong and connected communities. We are committed to expanding our expertise and leading conversations about relationships mental health and social connection.

By joining Relationships Australia Queensland you can be part of a dedicated team making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities.

About the role

Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Domestic and Family Violence Worker to join our dedicated team. This role provides a meaningful opportunity to create safer families and communities by working directly with perpetrators of domestic and family violence to support behavioural change and accountability.

In this role you will deliver group work and individual counselling that promotes safety responsibility and respect within relationships. You will also contribute to community education initiatives designed to increase awareness of domestic and family violence and its impacts.

Additionally you will:

• Assess client suitability for participation in group programs and provide ongoing case management.
• Facilitate mens behaviour change groups and deliver individual counselling consistent with program guidelines and best practice
• Encourage accountability and assist clients to take responsibility for their actions.
• Provide information about protection orders legal processes and referral pathways.
• Collaborate closely with police courts and community organisations to strengthen coordinated responses to domestic and family violence.
• Work in partnership with Indigenous mentors and co-facilitators to ensure culturally safe and inclusive service delivery.
• Support community education programs that increase awareness and promote prevention of domestic and family violence.

About you

You are an empathetic professional and motivated individual with a strong commitment to promoting safety respect and accountability. You thrive in a collaborative environment have excellent communication skills and bring a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach to your work.

Additionally you have:

• Tertiary qualifications in social or behavioural sciences (or similar discipline).
• Experience supporting clients in crisis situations and working within a domestic and family violence framework.
• Proven experience facilitating group programs and applying adult learning principles.
• Knowledge of the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act and related legislation.
• Ability to engage respectfully with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with partner agencies and community networks.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to maintain accurate case files and documentation.

We Can Offer You

Work-Life Balance- Enjoy a flexible supportive culture that empowers you to thrive at work and at home.

Boost Your Take-Home Pay- Access salary packaging options of up to $15900 per year significantly increasing your net income.

Extra Time Off- Recharge with 3 additional paid leave days over the Christmas period on top of your standard annual leave.

Annual Leave Loading- Receive extra pay when you take annual leave-because your downtime matters.

Study Leave- Pursuing further qualifications We offer up to 2 weeks of paid study leave each year to support your professional growth.

Generous Parental Leave- Take the time you need to focus on your family with our paid parental leave program.

Wellbeing Support- Benefit from medical insurance discounts and free access to our Employee Assistance Program through Telus Health.

The salary is being offered between $87000 to $102000.00 per annum to be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience plus superannuation.

Join us and experience a workplace where your wellbeing growth and success are our top priorities.

How to Apply
To apply send us your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience.

Applications close Friday 7 November 2025