Job Description
๐ Expression of Interest - Family Violence Practitioner (Locum) ๐
๐ Melbourne, VIC
๐ผ Flexible Short & Long-Term Assignments
๐ฐ $61-$64 per hour
Tradewind Australia the leading recruitment agency in community services is seeking experienced Family Violence Practitioners to join our locum pool and support specialist FV services and The Orange Door across Melbourne.
This is an ideal opportunity for practitioners looking for flexibility, variety, and the chance to step into meaningful roles that keep families safe and supported. ๐ฑ
๐ About the Role
Locum Family Violence Practitioners provide specialist risk assessment, safety planning, crisis intervention, and case management for victim survivors and/or people using violence.
๐ฏ About You
You will bring:
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Minimum 2 years of experience in Family Violence practice
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Must meet the mandatory minimum qualification requirements (Rec 209)
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Completion of Comprehensive MARAM Training
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Strong understanding of FV risk assessment, safety planning, and trauma-informed practice
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Ability to confidently step into fast-paced environments and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
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Availability for four to five weekday shifts (9am-5pm); no weekend work currently available
๐ Passionate, adaptable, and committed to improving safety and outcomes for families
๐ Why Join Tradewind?
โจ Flexibility to suit your lifestyle
โจ Opportunities to work with leading Family Violence and Orange Door services
โจ Ongoing support, guidance, and supervision when needed
โจ Access to professional development
โจ Competitive hourly rates ๐ฐ
About Tradewind Australia
Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency recognised for outstanding candidate experience across the Social and Community sectors. We partner with leading organisations across Victoria, providing opportunities that align with your skills, values and career goals.
What sets us apart:
- Dedicated consultants specialising in Family Services
- Access to exclusive locum and permanent opportunities
- Support throughout the entire recruitment and onboarding process
- Transparent communication and ongoing career development support
How to Apply
Click "Apply" to submit your CV.
For more information, please contact our Family Services Team on 03 9081 0562
Commitment to Child Safety, Inclusion and being an equal opportunities employer
Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and vulnerable people. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, identity verification and Working with Children Check and further compliance requests pending the organisation's requirements.
*The Employer considers gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and so we ask that only female applicants apply
