Company description:

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values it is to shape a more just and compassionate society.

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Job description:

• SCHCADS Award: hourly rates range from $51-53, depending on experience
• Max-term Part-Time, 26 hours per week + one day WFH flexibility
• Based in Mittagong, with travel across the Wollondilly and Wingecarribee region
• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging, increasing your take-home pay by up to $15,900

Your Role

As a Staying Home Leaving Violence (SHLV) Case Worker, you will provide high-quality case management and coordination services to women and children experiencing domestic and family violence. You will work within a dedicated, compassionate team to ensure client safety and well-being, empowering clients to remain safely in their homes.

Your Responsibility

Conduct trauma-informed intake assessments, safety planning, and risk assessments.

Support clients with housing, income, employment, education, and social connections.

Perform home safety audits and coordinate upgrades for secure living environments.

Lead culturally sensitive, client-centred case planning.

Build strong partnerships with NSW Police, legal services, healthcare providers, and community groups.

Provide referrals and ensure clients access essential services.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver trauma-informed support.

Participate in on-call duties as part of a rotating roster.

Attend Safety Action Meetings, provide court support, and engage with key stakeholders.

Profile description:

You Will Need

Qualification in Social Work, Social Science, Community Welfare or related field, or equivalent experience with a trauma-informed approach

At least 2 years of case management experience supporting women and children affected by domestic violence

Strong understanding of domestic violence, child protection, and available support services

Skilled in providing advice, referrals, and risk assessments with empathy and care

Excellent time management, decision-making, and ability to work independently

Collaborative team player with stakeholder engagement experience

Proficient in safety planning, communication, and computer use

NSW driver's licence and willingness to travel

Committed to respectful, culturally sensitive, client-centred practice

• The St Vincent de Paul Society considers being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act
• Must be available to work Fridays

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don't wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

Any queries please contract [email protected]

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society's commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.

We offer:

• Supportive Team - Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay - Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression - Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth.
• Wellbeing Support - EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being.
• Inclusive Culture - Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.