Access excellent learning and development opportunitiesFlexible working arrangements availableProvide a range of services to promote wellbeing of young peopleAbout the BusinessOur Pathways, Evidence and Partnerships Directorate clinically assesses referrals for service matching and gathers the latest evidence and data to shape reform and delivery of Child and Family Support System. This includes commissioning non-government organisations to deliver services and equipping practitioners with the resources they need to reduce children's escalation in the child protection system.
Role DetailsThe Family Violence Practitioner is located within Safer Family Services (SFS), Pathways Service and works across the Child and Family Support System with a specific focus on providing state-wide consultation, and targeted case management intervention and support, to children and their families experiencing domestic or family violence within their homes. As part of the Pathways Service Team, the incumbent will also process referrals to the Safer Family Services, Pathways Service.
The Family Violence Practitioner is accountable to the Supervisor, Pathways Service for:
Strengthening communication and understanding across the child protection and domestic/family violence support systems for timely and effective responses to meeting the needs of children and their families.Demonstrating effective engagement with children and families in a supportive diversionary role.Providing high quality and effective service to respond to the needs of children and their families in a timely manner.Promoting and developing strong partnerships to create best outcomes for families.Assessing the needs of children and families, planning and delivering focused intervention to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes.Working in partnership with all stakeholders across the child protection, education and human service systems, to identify and implement responses to vulnerable families.Optimising the use of community resources.Special ConditionsNational Police Check required.Employment-related Screening Check required.Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application InstructionsYou are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide.
Screening ChecksIf you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body. If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.
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