Domestic & Family Violence (DFV) Worker (Male) Men's Group Facilitator
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Job Summary
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
Were seeking a dedicated and compassionate male Domestic and Family Violence Worker to join our Stopping Family Violence program in Brisbane. Whether youre an experienced group facilitator or someone keen to develop your facilitation skills we offer supportive onboarding and onthejob training to help you grow in this area. This opportunity is open to candidates seeking either parttime or fulltime Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) were committed to supporting our people and creating meaningful opportunities to make a real difference. Youll be part of a collaborative team where your work contributes to safer stronger communities every day.
In this role youllfacilitate group programs with men who use violence focusing strongly on the safety and wellbeing of partners families and the wider community. Youll also provide individual counselling to support accountability and long-term behaviour change.
Beyond direct client work youll contribute to community education initiatives that raise awareness of DFV and promote prevention strategies. As part of a coordinated community response youll work closely with police solicitors court staff counsellors and community agencies.
Additionally you will:
Assess program suitability and provide case management with a strong focus on the safety of clients and their families.
Facilitate group programs deliver crisis intervention and provide individual counselling to men who use violence.
Offer information and support relating to protection orders court processes and the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act.
Build and maintain effective relationships with police solicitors court staff other counsellors and community agencies to strengthen a coordinated community response to domestic and family violence.
Work hours will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Please note some flexibility is required including one evening shift per week (Wednesday from 12pm-8pm).
About You
You are a compassionate and skilled practitioner who is passionate about creating safer futures for individuals families and communities impacted by domestic and family violence. With a strong grounding in social or behavioural sciences you bring experience in group facilitation and individual counselling as well as the ability to engage respectfully and collaboratively with men who use violence to foster genuine behaviour change. You thrive in building trust working in partnership with community agencies and delivering prevention programs that drive awareness and early intervention. Importantly you are resilient adaptable and committed to advancing safety accountability and positive change.
Additionally you have:
- Undergraduate qualifications in the social or behavioural sciences.
- Experience working in DFV
- Experience working with clients in a group facilitation model and in individual counselling (preferred).
- Demonstrated experience working with local networks and agencies using principles of community development (preferred).
- Knowledge of current theory and practice relating to domestic and family violence and a capacity to deliver community education programs.
We Can Offer You
At RAQ we believe in supporting our people both inside and outside the workplace. Heres what you can look forward to as part of our team:
Work-Life Balance- Enjoy a flexible supportive culture that empowers you to thrive at work and at home.
Professional Support Benefit from dedicated clinical supervision designed to support your growth as a practitioner.
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 $87000.00 - $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 over letter outlining youre the perfect candidate for these roles.
Please note that we will be reviewing applications as theyre received so we encourage you to submit your application now!
Applications close Monday 10 November 2025
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