We are recruiting a Therapeutic Family Violence Team Lead based in Sunshine. The program provides group-based and some individual therapeutic support.

Why work with our client organisation?

Our client offers a positive and passionate workplace, with rewarding and meaningful work that supports the community. You'll be part of a diverse, purpose-driven environment where every participant and colleague brings a unique story and perspective. The role provides strong social connection through ongoing engagement with clients and a collaborative therapeutic team.

About the Role

We are recruiting a Therapeutic Family Violence Team Lead based in Sunshine. The program provides group-based and some individual therapeutic support using a trauma-informed approach, supporting participants to explore family safety and alternatives to their use of force in intimate relationships, while recognising their own experiences of family violence.

Key duties

• Coordinate program intake processes and manage incoming referrals with sound clinical judgement
• Lead day-to-day service delivery alongside another Team Lead to ensure safe, consistent practice
• Provide oversight, guidance and supervision to a small team of therapeutic practitioners
• Facilitate and support delivery of therapeutic group work (and some individual support as required)
• Embed trauma-informed, family violence-informed practice across risk management, planning and participant engagement

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrated therapeutic practice experience, ideally including group facilitation
• Strong family violence knowledge, ideally with direct FV experience
• Proven ability to provide practice oversight / supervision within a therapeutic setting
• Confidence coordinating intake/referrals and contributing to safe client pathways
• Ability to work in a way that is trauma-informed and aligned to inclusive, respectful practice

Desired

• Leadership experience within therapeutic, community, or family violence services
• Experience working with complex presentations and maintaining safe boundaries
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in reflective practice, coaching, and supporting team development
• Understanding of service systems relevant to family violence and therapeutic programs

How to apply:

Email your resume to teamfam@twrecruitment.com.au

For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Family Services Team on (03) 9081 0562

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA AND THE ORGANISATIONS WE REPRESENT ARE PROUD TO BE EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYERS.

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.

*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/male applicants apply