SHLV Case Worker

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values  it is to shape a more just and compassionate society.

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• Max-term Part-Time Opportunity  26 hours per week : some flexibility on hours, however must be able to work Friday day.
• Join a passionate, proactive team supporting women and children to live free from domestic and family violence
• Enjoy a generous SCHCADS Award salary plus not-for-profit salary packaging benefits —boost your take-home pay by up to $15,000 per year
• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that invests in your growth with clear career development pathways

Your Role

The Staying Home Leaving Violence (SHLV) Case Worker role is your opportunity to take on an impactful, rewarding career where you will provide high-quality case management and coordination services in the domestic and family violence sector. You’ll work alongside a compassionate, dedicated team of professionals, committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of women and children who have experienced domestic violence.

Your Responsibility

Identify risk factors early and provide support with housing, income, employment, education, and social connections.

Conduct trauma-informed, person-centered intake assessments, safety planning, and DVSAT risk assessments.

Perform home safety audits and coordinate upgrades to ensure secure living environments.

Lead holistic, client-led, culturally sensitive case planning tailored to individual needs.

Empower women and children to safely remain in their homes and break the cycle of violence.

Build strong partnerships with NSW Police, legal services, healthcare providers, and community groups.

Provide timely referrals and ensure access to essential services when clients need them most.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed support.

Contribute to early intervention efforts that improve home safety and well-being.

Participate in on-call duties as part of a rotating roster.

Act as a local expert in DFV by attending Safety Action Meetings, offering court support, and working with key stakeholders.

You Will Need

Qualification in Social Work, Social Science, Community Welfare or related field, or equivalent experience with a trauma-informed approach

At least 2 years of case management experience supporting women and children affected by domestic violence

Strong understanding of domestic violence, child protection, and available support services

Skilled in providing advice, referrals, and risk assessments with empathy and care

Excellent time management, decision-making, and ability to work independently

Collaborative team player with stakeholder engagement experience

Proficient in safety planning, communication, and computer use

NSW driver’s licence and willingness to travel

Committed to respectful, culturally sensitive, client-centred practice

Apply Now

If this sounds like you,  don’t wait - apply now , we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.