Specialist Family Violence Hub PractitionerHybrid

For over 240 years combined, Berry Street and Yooralla have been at the forefront of supporting Australians with a disability and those experiencing poverty, violence and abuse. Now, as one unified organisation, we bring together unparalleled expertise and a shared commitment to empowering individuals and families to thrive, while upholding and championing their human rights.

We believe in a future where everyone has the opportunity to live the fulfilling life they choose for themselves, free from the impacts of trauma, violence, and abuse, achieved safely and with dignity.

• 3 Full time, Fixed Term positions (12 month contract)
• Broadmeadows, Craigieburn and Sunbury locations (Wurundjeri Country)
• $110K pa + 11.5% Super & Salary Packaging ($15,900 p.a.)

About the Role

As a Specialist Family Violence Hub Practitioner, you will play a critical role in family violence risk assessment, safety planning and engagement of victim survivors and their children into any supports they need. This includes adopting an integrated approach to safety and child wellbeing.

The referrals are a combination of police referred, victim survivors calling our service directly, or referrals from other services. The service can be provided by contacting victim survivors by phone, face to face at The Orange Door (HMA) or conducting outreach appointments. 

We’re seeking practitioners with:

• A Bachelor qualification in Social Work, or equivalent experience under the 7 Equivalency Principles.
• For more info: https://www.vic.gov.au/mandatory-minimum-qualifications-specialist-family-violence-practitioners
• Experience working in the family violence sector, ideally in intake, triage or assessment.
• A strong understanding of the integrated family violence service system.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, intersectional practice.
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a purpose-driven team responding to family violence at its earliest stages.
• Enjoy a flexible, hybrid work model (2 days WFH / 3 days in-office).
• Access generous salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 p.a.
• Receive ongoing training and supervision in a supportive environment.
• Work on Wurrundjeri Country, with a commitment to cultural safety and inclusion.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close - COB Thursday 28th of December 2026

For more information, contact:

Catalina Rua – Senior Manager on 0400 248 228

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies.

We encourage applications from people with lived experience of disability. You'll receive adjustments and support throughout the whole process — from the application stage to starting in the workplace. If you require the position description in a different format or any accommodation or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively email recruitment@berrystreet.org.au

Berry Street Yooralla is committed to being a child safe, child friendly and child empowering organisation. In everything we do we seek to protect children. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children who identify as LGBTIQA+. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion.

Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a NDIS Screening Check, Working with Children Check and National and International Police check (if required) and NDIS training.