Specialist Men's Family Violence Team Leader

Description:

Are you a skilled leader passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families experiencing family violence and vulnerability? At Meli, we are committed to delivering high-quality, integrated services that prioritise safety, stability, and support. We’re looking for a dedicated Team Leader – The Orange Door (Barwon) to lead and support a multidisciplinary team, ensuring best-practice service delivery for those in need.

As the Team Leader, Specialist Men’s Family Violence , you will:

• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of family violence and child & family practitioners, ensuring integrated, client-centered service delivery.
• Oversee intake, assessment, risk management, and service planning to support individuals and families experiencing family violence.
• Ensure effective case management practices, regularly reviewing client progress and working to improve service outcomes.
• Support staff in working with perpetrators of family violence, ensuring strong service responses and risk minimisation strategies.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring services are culturally safe, responsive, and aligned with sector reforms.

This role is pivotal inleading a team that provides life-changing support, ensuring that individuals and families receive the help they need in a timely and effective manner.

• Ongoing opportunity
• 1 FTE working 38 hours per week
• $115,319 p/a + Super + Salary Packaging
• To view the Position Description, please click here

At Meli, we offer more than just a job—we provide a platform to thrive, grow, and make an impact. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) includes:

• Supportive Culture : Join a values-driven organization that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Career Growth : Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities and clear pathways for progression.
• Financial Benefits : Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year, enhancing your financial well-being.
• Work-Life Balance : Benefit from flexible ways of working
• Employee Wellbeing : Participate in employee-led Inclusion Working Groups, access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme.
• Diversity and Inclusion : Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life.

We value individuals who bring dedication, empathy, and expertise to their roles. To succeed in this position, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field (or be working towards this, in line with Royal Commission recommendations).
• Strong experience in the family violence sector, with expertise in intake and assessment services.
• Strong leadership experience, including staff supervision, mentoring, and team management in a complex service environment.
• A deep understanding of family violence, sector reforms, risk assessment frameworks (MARAM & BICPM), and relevant legislation.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across organisations.

Meli is committed to providing a child-safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children. Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people in our care.

Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce.

Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview, if you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at ***********@meli.org.au to discuss how we can best support you.

We’re excited to hear from you! Please submit your application, including a résumé and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above. Applications close 11:59pm Friday 07 March 2025.

For more information about the position please contact Jayne Paulka, Manager Access and Family Safety on 0438 466 ***.

If you’re ready to inspire change and make a lasting impact, click Apply Now and start your journey with Meli.

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