Berry Street Yooralla's Family Violence service in the West invites a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner to join the People Using Violence team at Mt Helen Office. The role focuses on accountability and safety for victim-survivors, using evidence-informed interventions across programs such as A Place for Change and Caring Dads.

Occasional after-hours work and travel may be required. You will collaborate with Victoria Police, Child Protection and community partners to promote safety and risk

Berry Street Yooralla's Family Violence service in the West is the lead provider for the integrated family violence service system in the Central Highlands sub-region. The Family Violence service provides support and intervention services to adult and child victim-survivors, as well as people who use violence. Our programs aim to support victim-survivors to remain safely within their community and to recover from the impacts of family violence and, to support accountability and change for people who have used or are using force or violence.

• Mt Helen Office on Wadawurrung Country
• Part Time (0.8FTE), Permanent
• $115K + Super & Salary Packaging (pro rata)

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Specialist Family Violence Practitioner to join our People Using Violence team.

In this role, you will work with people who use violence or force, supporting accountability, behaviour change and increased safety for victim survivors. You will use evidence-informed interventions across the programs, conduct individual case management responses including A Place for Change, and facilitate group sessions including the Caring Dads Program.

Working within an integrated family violence response, you will collaborate with key stakeholders including Victoria Police, Child Protection, The Orange Door and community partners to promote safety, manage risk and support meaningful change.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing risk assessment and specialist case management.
• Facilitating and co-facilitating group programs.
• Supporting clients to engage with services, housing and community supports.
• Developing and reviewing case plans focused on accountability and behaviour change.
• Participating in case conferencing and integrated family violence responses.
• Maintaining accurate client records and reporting requirements.

Please note that this role may require occasional after-hours work and travel across service locations.

You are a reflective and resilient practitioner with a strong understanding of family violence and a commitment to promoting safety, accountability and social justice.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A Bachelor qualification in Social Work (or equivalent) or meet the Family Violence Mandatory Minimum Qualifications requirements.
• Experience working with families impacted by family violence, including people who use violence or force.
• Skills in risk assessment, case management and client engagement.
• Knowledge of MARAM, family violence legislation and contemporary family violence practice frameworks.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities within a complex service environment.
• Knowledge of Victoria's family violence, community and justice sectors.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning, professional development and reflective practice.
• The chance to contribute to innovative responses that improve safety for victim survivors.
• Meaningful work that creates lasting impact for individuals, families and communities.
• A workplace that values diversity, inclusion and lived experience.

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

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.

Join a multidisciplinary team where your specialist AOD expertise will make a meaningful difference. Working alongside practitioners across a range of disciplines, you'll help strengthen practice, influence outcomes and support young people experiencing vulnerability, adversity and alcohol and other drug-related concerns.

• Noble Park Office on Boonwurrung Country
• Permanent, Part-time (0.6 FTE) role
• $115K pa (pro rata) + Super & Salary Packaging benefits

The Specialist Care & Transitions team supports young people aged 12-17 who require intensive, flexible and responsive intervention. As the team's AOD specialist, you'll provide expert advice across the program, contribute to care planning and build the capability of practitioners, carers and support networks to promote safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes.

Working collaboratively across the organisation and broader service system, you'll help strengthen integrated responses to alcohol and other drug-related concerns, ensuring young people can access the right support at the right time.

• Provide specialist AOD support to young people with complex needs.
• Assess, plan and deliver evidence-based interventions.
• Support practitioners and carers through consultation and coaching.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to coordinate care.
• Advocate for young people and help improve long-term outcomes.
• Contribute to a high-performing multidisciplinary team.

We are looking for an experienced AOD practitioner who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people. You bring strong clinical judgement, a collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships with young people, families and professionals.

To be successful, you'll have:

• A Bachelor-level qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Welfare or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years experience delivering AOD treatment, counselling, assessment and outreach services to young people.
• Experience working with young people, families and carers impacted by trauma and statutory involvement.
• Strong communication, consultation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of contemporary AOD practice, harm minimisation approaches and the broader community services sector.

• Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per annum) plus meals and entertainment packaging.
• Flexible work arrangements and supportive work culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Generous leave entitlements including additional annual leave.
• Regular supervision and external AOD-specific practice support.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and families

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

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.

Berry Street is seeking an experienced AOD practitioner to join the Specialist Care & Transitions team in Noble Park. You will provide expert advice across the program, contribute to care planning and build the capability of practitioners, carers and support networks to promote safety and wellbeing for young people aged 12-17.

This role focuses on collaboration, evidence-based interventions, trauma-informed practice and complex needs, with a permanent, part-time (0.6 FTE) arrangement and pro