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Family Advocacy Support Services SpecialistRelationships Australia NSW • Wollongong, NSW, AU
Family Advocacy Support Services Specialist

Family Advocacy Support Services Specialist

Relationships Australia NSW • Wollongong, NSW, AU
1 day ago
Job description

Job Description

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11th September, 2026 \n

About Relationships Australia
\n Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW) supports people through all forms of relationship distress, delivering timely, compassionate and expert care that strengthens wellbeing and connection across NSW.
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\n For more information about us, read our Impact Report, you’ll do
\n As part of the Men's Family Advocacy and Support Service (FASS), you will play a crucial role in supporting men affected by family violence or facing allegations. You'll provide compassionate psychosocial, emotional, and practical support, ensuring that they receive the assistance they need to navigate the family law system effectively. FASS offers non-judgmental, drop-in, short-term support to address psycho-social needs, while Legal Aid lawyers handle legal matters.
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\n You will conduct thorough needs and risk assessments, guiding men to essential support services and helping them find their way through the complexities of the legal system. Your services will primarily be delivered in-person at the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA), including telehealth support as needed.
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The details

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  • This is an identified position. Being male is a genuine occupational requirement of this position under S31 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977
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  • Maximum-term opportunity covering a period of long-term leave, with an anticipated duration of 12 months.
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  • Full time role
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  • Based in Wollongong
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  • $59 per hour + 12% super + 17.5% leave loading and tax-free salary packaging up to $15,900. (Increase your take home pay! Calculate Your Savings at
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  • Extra annual leave days between Christmas and New Years
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What you’ll bring \n
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  • Tertiary qualifications in Social Welfare, Social Science, Psychology, Humanities or equivalent knowledge
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  • Experience working with men who are impacted by, or have used violence in their domestic relationships
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  • Able to demonstrate impartiality and an unbiased approach when working with men who avoid taking responsibility for their past behaviours
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  • Understanding of the intersections between domestic and family violence and the family law system
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  • Ability to conduct risk assessments, identify short term needs to ensure client, child and family safety
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  • Ability to effectively engage with clients in distress, other service providers, lawyers and court employees
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Why work with us \n
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  • Make a genuine difference to the lives of individuals, couples and families
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  • Be part of a supportive and dynamic team , work with people who truly care about what you achieve together
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  • Access a range of staff benefits , including flexible working options, additional leave days, the Employee Referral Reward program, and a Fitness Passport
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  • Increase your take-home pay through generous salary packaging options, including up to $15,900 per year for everyday expenses and $2,650 for entertainment
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  • Work in an organisation committed to deepening our relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We have a stretch Reconciliation Action Plan to guide our efforts to build strong relationships, increased employment, and enhanced respect between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other communities
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  • We value inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be recognised as a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer for . Our SWEET team (Staff Wellbeing, Engagement and Empowerment Team) brings together staff from across RANSW to champion diversity, wellbeing and workplace connection
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Next steps \n
\nInterested? Apply today! Please note this role closes on 25 September. \n
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\nRANSW requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check before employment. \n

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