Domestic & Family Violence Women's Advocate

About the role

Relationships Australia Queensland is seeking a compassionate, culturally responsive practitioner to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women impacted by domestic and family violence (DFV). The role provides practical advocacy, safety planning and emotional support, and includes facilitating culturally safe healing circles, yarning sessions and group programs. It works closely with women, children, families, community organisations and specialist services, and with the wider DFV team, including when a woman's current or former partner is in a Men's Behaviour Change Program.

Key responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships and provide individualised, trauma-informed support
• Advocate for women and their children across housing, legal, health, government and community services
• Assess risks, identify them and develop safety plans
• Maintain regular contact with women during their partner's or former partner's involvement in the Men's Behaviour Change Program
• Facilitate group programs, healing circles and yarning sessions
• Deliver psychoeducation on domestic and family violence, coercive control, healthy relationships, boundaries and pathways to safety
• Build relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and DFV services, and contribute to community education and prevention activities
• Maintain client records, risk assessments and safety planning documentation, and take part in supervision and reflective practice

Required profile

• Relevant qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Behavioural Science or a related discipline
• Extensive experience with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
• Demonstrated experience supporting women and families affected by DFV
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice, family and ecological systems, and intergenerational trauma
• Knowledge of DFV legislation, confidentiality and duty-of-care requirements

Required skills

• Risk assessment, safety planning and advocacy
• Strong communication, relationship-building and organisational skills
• Commitment to reflective practice and professional development

What we offer

• Salary from $91,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience, plus superannuation
• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
• Three extra paid leave days over Christmas and annual leave loading
• Up to 2 weeks of paid study leave per year
• Paid parental leave
• Medical insurance discounts and free access to an Employee Assistance Program

To apply, submit a resume and a brief cover letter through the Apply Now link; applications close on 1 November 2026.