Domestic & Family Violence (DFV) Victim's Advocate

Job Description

Domestic & Family Violence (DFV) Victim's Advocate \n

At Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ), we are proud to be Queensland’s leading provider of relationship and family wellbeing services. Our purpose is to provide individuals and families with the tools and support they need to build happier, healthier lives. Through education, counselling, and community programs, we help people develop the skills and resilience to navigate life’s challenges.

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Our work promotes care and safety, embracing diversity to foster strong and connected communities. We are committed to expanding our expertise and leading conversations about relationships, mental health, and social connection.

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By joining Relationships Australia Queensland, you can be part of a dedicated team making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities.

About the role \n

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Domestic and Family Violence Worker (Victims Advocate) to join our Cairns team on a temporary, part-time basis (3 days per week).Working in close collaboration with the SFV Men’s program and Women and Children’s services, you will provide risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy, and ongoing support to victim-survivors, while contributing to a coordinated, accountable response to domestic and family violence.

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In this role, you will work directly with victim-survivors and their children, while also partnering with facilitators, safety meetings, and external agencies to ensure victim safety and voices remain prioritised.

Additionally, you will: \n

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• Engage and build trusting relationships with clients, promoting voluntary and ongoing engagement.
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• Conduct comprehensive intakes and assessments to determine appropriate service responses, referrals, and support plans in partnership with victim-survivors.
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• Develop, implement, and regularly review safety plans for victim-survivors and their children.
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• Advocate with external agencies including police, courts, child safety, and specialist DFV services.
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• Communicate relevant safety information to SFV facilitators and Safety Meetings, as negotiated with the victim-survivor.
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• Provide limited crisis support and facilitate referrals to specialist services as required.
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• Promote the prevention of domestic and family violence through community education and engagement.
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About you \n

You are a trauma-informed, values-driven practitioner with a strong commitment to supporting victim-survivors of domestic and family violence. You bring a collaborative approach, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex systems while keeping safety at the center of your practice.

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You are confident working alongside perpetrator intervention services, understand the dynamics of domestic and family violence, and can balance advocacy with accountability and risk management.

Additionally, you have: \n

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• Degree qualifications in a human services related field and/or relevant industry experience.
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• Membership of a relevant professional body (or eligibility to apply).
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• Experience providing advocacy, information, counselling, crisis intervention and referrals to victim-survivors and families affected by domestic and family violence
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• Strong understanding of domestic and family violence and its impacts on victim-survivors and children.
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• Knowledge of the men’s behaviour change process and perpetrator accountability.
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• Understanding of the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 and relevant legislation.
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We Can Offer You \n

At RAQ, we believe in supporting our people both inside and outside the workplace. Here's what you can look forward to as part of our team:

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• Work-Life Balance - Enjoy a flexible, supportive culture that empowers you to thrive at work and at home.
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• Boost Your Take-Home Pay - Access salary packaging options of up to $15,900 per year, significantly increasing your net income.
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• Extra Time Off - Recharge with 3 additional paid leave days over the Christmas period, on top of your standard annual leave.
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• Annual Leave Loading - Receive extra pay when you take annual leave-because your downtime matters.
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• Study Leave - Pursuing further qualifications? We offer up to 2 weeks of paid study leave each year to support your professional growth.
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• Generous Parental Leave - Take the time you need to focus on your family with our paid parental leave program.
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• Wellbeing Support - Benefit from medical insurance discounts and free access to our Employee Assistance Program through Telus Health.
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Annual salary on offer starts from $91,000 plus superannuation (pro rata for part-time) to be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience.

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We are committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace, where inclusion is embedded in how we work and support our people. We warmly encourage applications from First Nations peoples and recognise the value of lived experience in delivering meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve.

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