Case Worker - Men's Behaviour Change Program

About the role

CatholicCare NT is a not-for-profit organisation providing social services across the Northern Territory. Its men's Domestic and Family Violence programs include a Men's Behaviour Change Program (MBCP) in Darwin and Wadeye, and court support for men who use violence in their relationships in Darwin and Katherine, with the primary purpose of protecting women and children. The Case Worker position is full-time and based in Berrimah.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake community outreach, comprehensive assessments and referrals for the immediate and longer-term needs of participants.
• Focus on engaging men who use violence in their relationships and supporting their participation in services that lead to lasting behavioural change.
• Establish collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, monitor risk and safety for affected family members, and provide ongoing support to male participants after program completion or termination.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Welfare Studies or Men's Family Violence, with substantial experience in a similar role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of domestic and family violence, its impact on women and children, and its diverse drivers and contributing factors.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with men who have used violence in a non-judgemental, non-confrontational way.
• Trauma-informed approach, able to navigate complex dynamics sensitively, set clear boundaries and avoid enabling harmful behaviour.
• Demonstrated experience conducting comprehensive assessments and documenting observations accurately and objectively in case notes.
• Demonstrated cultural competency, particularly with Indigenous men.

What we offer

• Salary packaging option (up to an additional $15,900 per year).
• Staff rewards program with savings and discounts at over 450 retailers.
• Access to a Wellbeing Centre.

Applications close on 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday 10 November 2026; interviews are rolling. Only applications submitted directly through the CatholicCare NT careers website are considered.