About UsAt Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ), we are proud to be Queensland’s leading provider of relationship and family wellbeing services. Our purpose is to provide individuals and families with the tools and support they need to build happier, healthier lives. Through education, counselling, and community programs, we help people develop the skills and resilience to navigate life’s challenges. Our work promotes care and safety, embracing diversity to foster strong and connected communities. We are committed to expanding our expertise and leading conversations about relationships, mental health, and social connection. By joining Relationships Australia Queensland, you can be part of a dedicated team making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities. About the RoleThis position is part of our Thriving Kinnections Program in Townsville, which is dedicated to supporting First Nations children and families. We are committed to building a culturally safe and welcoming workplace that values the knowledge, strengths, and lived experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations candidates, as your unique perspectives are vital to the success of this program and to ensuring it meets the needs of the community it serves.In this role, you will provide culturally informed interventions to First Nations individuals and families in the Townsville community impacted by family violence. Your work will focus on fostering healthy relationships, addressing violent and abusive behaviours, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of individuals, children, and families.This position is a full-time (75 hours per fortnight), 12-month contract, based from our Townsville venue.Additionally, you will:Provide individual case management, support, referral, and group work to people impacted by family violence.Deliver community development strategies to raise awareness about domestic and family violence (DFV) and its impact on individuals, relationships, and culture.Utilise a strong understanding of intergenerational trauma relevant to First Nations people in all aspects of service delivery.Contribute to a service designed in collaboration with the community, for people who experience domestic and family violence and people who use violence.About the ServiceThe Family Safety and Wellbeing Service aims to increase safety and wellbeing for men, women, and children within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. The service provides assistance to:People who experience domestic and family violence, including children and extended family.People who use violence in their relationships and families.If you're passionate about contributing to the safety and wellbeing of First Nations communities and possess a strong understanding of cultural considerations and trauma-informed practices, we encourage you to apply.About YouTo be considered for this, ideally you will have as follows:Undergraduate level qualifications in Social or Behavioural SciencesExtensive experience applying frameworks to build healthy relationships with Australia’s First Nations peopleAn understanding that workers, based on their gender, may work in the areas of men’s business and/or women’s business in accordance with cultural expectationsAn Understanding of trauma-informed practice, family and ecological systemsWhat We Can Offer YouThe salary being offered is between $84,000.00 to $98,000.00 per annum, pro rata for part time, to be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience, plus superannuation. We also offer our employees as follows:Work-life balance and flexible working hoursAdditional annual leave over the Christmas period, annual leave loading and study leaveA supportive team environment and opportunity for professional developmentSalary packaging options available of up to $15,900, which will significantly increase the value of take-home payPaid parental leave and additional benefits such as medical insurance discountsHow to applyTo apply, send us your resume and a cover letter, outlining your demonstrated experience in each area. Applications can be submitted by clicking Apply Now!Please note that We will be reviewing applications as they’re received, so we encourage you to submit your application before closer to advertisement. Applications close 15 May 2025

Family Safety and Wellbeing Practitioner

About Us

At Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ), we are proud to be Queensland’s leading provider of relationship and family wellbeing services. Our purpose is to provide individuals and families with the tools and support they need to build happier, healthier lives. Through education, counselling, and community programs, we help people develop the skills and resilience to navigate life’s challenges. 

Our work promotes care and safety, embracing diversity to foster strong and connected communities. We are committed to expanding our expertise and leading conversations about relationships, mental health, and social connection. 

By joining Relationships Australia Queensland, you can be part of a dedicated team making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities.

 

About the Role

This position is part of our Thriving Kinnections Program in Townsville, which is dedicated to supporting First Nations children and families. We are committed to building a culturally safe and welcoming workplace that values the knowledge, strengths, and lived experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations candidates, as your unique perspectives are vital to the success of this program and to ensuring it meets the needs of the community it serves.

In this role, you will provide culturally informed interventions to First Nations individuals and families in the Townsville community impacted by family violence. Your work will focus on fostering healthy relationships, addressing violent and abusive behaviours, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of individuals, children, and families.

This position is a full-time (75 hours per fortnight), 12-month contract, based from our Townsville venue.

Additionally, you will:

  • Provide individual case management, support, referral, and group work to people impacted by family violence.

  • Deliver community development strategies to raise awareness about domestic and family violence (DFV) and its impact on individuals, relationships, and culture.

  • Utilise a strong understanding of intergenerational trauma relevant to First Nations people in all aspects of service delivery.

  • Contribute to a service designed in collaboration with the community, for people who experience domestic and family violence and people who use violence.

About the Service

The Family Safety and Wellbeing Service aims to increase safety and wellbeing for men, women, and children within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. The service provides assistance to:

  • People who experience domestic and family violence, including children and extended family.

  • People who use violence in their relationships and families.

If you're passionate about contributing to the safety and wellbeing of First Nations communities and possess a strong understanding of cultural considerations and trauma-informed practices, we encourage you to apply.

About You

To be considered for this, ideally you will have as follows:

  • Undergraduate level qualifications in Social or Behavioural Sciences
  • Extensive experience applying frameworks to build healthy relationships with Australia’s First Nations people
  • An understanding that workers, based on their gender, may work in the areas of men’s business and/or women’s business in accordance with cultural expectations
  • An Understanding of trauma-informed practice, family and ecological systems


What We Can Offer You

The salary being offered is between $84,000.00 to $98,000.00 per annum, pro rata for part time, to be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience, plus superannuation. We also offer our employees as follows:

  • Work-life balance and flexible working hours
  • Additional annual leave over the Christmas period, annual leave loading and study leave
  • A supportive team environment and opportunity for professional development
  • Salary packaging options available of up to $15,900, which will significantly increase the value of take-home pay
  • Paid parental leave and additional benefits such as medical insurance discounts

How to apply

To apply, send us your resume and a cover letter, outlining your demonstrated experience in each area. Applications can be submitted by clicking Apply Now!

Please note that We will be reviewing applications as they’re received, so we encourage you to submit your application before closer to advertisement.

 

Applications close 15 May 2025