Number of Positions Available: 1 ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Why this role matters The Salvation Army (Salvos) provides a wide range of services that support women and women with children impacted by family and domestic violence. We offer accommodation, counselling, support, behavioural programs, and advice to women and children at risk of, experiencing or escaping family violence. Our services focus on prevention, restoration, and healing to provide specialised support to address immediate safety issues and provide advice, referrals, and connection to assist the recovery journey. About the role As a Team Leader - Family Violence Outreach, this is your opportunity to be instrumental in providing operational leadership; incorporating knowledge and understanding of internal practices, policies, and guidelines, including specialist family violence case management and recovery services ensuring child focused, strength based and trauma informed service practices. Reporting to the Regional Manager, this is a permanent, full-time position based in Darwin, NT. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award, Level 7. How you will make an impact Family Violence service management including oversight over a range of internal practices, policies and guidelines, including case management. Provide high level professional leadership to the workforce and observe best practice management standards as required of The Salvation Army at all levels in service provision. Programmatic management including oversight of quality and compliance to ensure accreditation standards are met. Deliver an effective high-quality family violence service with ability to demonstrate that interventions make a difference to the lives of women and children post family violence. Provide advocacy to support the needs of people seeking services from The Salvation Army and best practice service delivery; including sourcing and attracting grants and tenders to enhance service provision. Build and maintain relationships with Departmental representatives and community sector partnerships ensuring that where appropriate formal agreements exist and that representation at meetings is robust and cooperative. What you will bring Degree qualification in Social Work or similar qualifications is essential and demonstrated relevant work experience. Experience in the family violence sector and managing or coordinating residential care settings. Experience in managing and overseeing case management and outreach support services. Experience working with financial operating budgets and managing staff. Well-developed liaison and communication skills, including the ability to consult and negotiate with relevant agencies in the service sector and the public. Demonstrated experience in effectively dealing with the impact of trauma. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft suit, and utilising Outlook, Excel, Word, and specialised client management record systems. Experience in identifying, developing, and working in partnership with others. Relevant child protection requirements are obtained for example Working with children check. A national police record check is required What we offer The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including: Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free $2,650 meal entertainment benefit. Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities. Flexible working arrangements. Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency. Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W e are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
