Domestic and Family Violence Practitioner

About the RoleThis casework focused role sits within the new NSW Multicultural DFV Service which offers Domestic and Family Violence programs through culturally responsive services to women from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds in South Western casework component of the service takes an intersectional approach which includes individual advocacy case management safety planning risk assessments information and referrals crisis support and counselling to address the unique needs and challenges faced by women accessing the Accountabilities and DeliverablesProvide a holistic and dignity driven domestic and family violence response to clients who have experienced or are experiencing gender-based violence using trauma-informed case management approachesProvide phone and face to face comprehensive and ongoing risk assessments safety planning crisis support advocacy information referrals to additional services and supporting clients to navigate the service systemProvide client centred approaches to victim-survivors with a strong understanding of complexities relating to domestic family or sexual violence including collaboration with other services that may hold the major responsibility for the clientPractice from a solutions-focused perspective when faced with complex situations evolving from service barriers and other system gapsEnsure work practices are ethical and comply with the practice principles standards and guidance for Domestic and Family Violence services in NSWComplete case notes within set timeframes maintain accurate data records and provide program reports as required by the senior DFSV PractitionerOther duties as directed from time to time within your skills range and ask us for a copy of the PD for the full CriteriaExperience in working with women and their families impacted by domestic and family violence;Demonstrated experience in working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities and knowledge of barriers impacting on migrants and refugees;Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills particularly in negotiation advocacy and conflict resolution;Knowledge and skills to ensure the provision of culturally gender and age-appropriate services to clients;Working knowledge of the laws related to Domestic & Family ViolenceTertiary education is social science psychology or related areas or equivalent experienceBilingual/Bicultural is DESIRABLEAbout SSISSI is a national not-for-profit organisation providing dedicated human and social services to a diverse Australia. With community at the heart of everything we do our purpose is to create a world in which everyone has access to equal supports individuals children families and communities via a range of vital human services from settlement support of newcomers and refugees through to programs in employment and education and health wellbeing and social supports for all Australians new and our BenefitsSalary packaging options to receive up to $15900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-Access to in-house training and learning opportunities for professional development and to our inhouse wellbeing programsWorking alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our our Recruitment ProcessSSI Group is strongly committed to actively safeguarding children and young people and providing a safe environment for them to thrive. We ensure children and young peoples safety and wellbeing is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of everyone at SSI whether they interact directly or indirectly with children and young people. All employees will undergo a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children Check as a condition of commitment to DiversitySSI strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse groups the LGBTIQ community veterans refugees and people with ApplyIf excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the close 13th March 2026If you would like more information on the recruitment process please contact the talent acquisition team call us on0.A recruitment pool may be created for permanent and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available in the is a Disability Confident Recruiter and our Talent Acquisition team can assist in providing alternative formats to apply making adjustments to the recruitment process(including the application form)and offering information about workplace adjustments and support networks. Should you require adjustments please email us note we will be scheduling interviews as applications come in so please apply urgently if you believe this role aligns with your goals and experience.