Join YWCA Canberra – Make a Difference!

Child and Youth DV Worker

Flexible work pattern and hours negotiable

$39.77 - $47.97 per hour

About YWCA Canberra:

YWCA Canberra is a respected feminist, not-for-profit community organisation which has been providing community services and representing women’s issues in the Canberra community since its establishment in 1929. Today, we provide leading and innovative services to women and the broader Canberra community in the areas of children’s services, community services, housing, youth services, personal and professional training, and women’s leadership.

As a values-based organisation, and the only Canberra based Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA), YWCA Canberra is a great place to work. We have a strong track record in building long-term, sustainable careers with excellent conditions (including charitable salary sacrificing and above award salaries) together with a supportive work environment for all employees to thrive.

About the Role

We are proud to announce two new opportunities to join YWCA Canberra’s Domestic Violence Support Service (DVSS) - a program dedicated to providing trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and empowering support to children and young people (aged 0-17) and their parents/carers who have been impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence (DFSV).

We’re recruiting for:

Child-Focused DFSV Worker (0-8 years)

Youth-Focused DFSV Worker (9-17 years)

These roles are ideal for passionate, community-minded professionals who want to make a real difference in the lives of children and families impacted by domestic and family violence.

Grounded in feminist, strength-based, child-centred, family-focused, gender and trauma-informed practice. It involves:

Direct Support & Case Management

Conducting risk assessments and safety planning with protective parents and children.

Delivering centre-based and outreach support to children and young people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence (DFSV).

Providing short-term advocacy, information, and support to access developmentally appropriate services.

Conducting assessments, developing individualised support plans, providing evidence-based interventions and maintaining accurate case notes and documentation.

Empowerment & Relationship Building

Supporting children, young people and families to build resilience, foster healthy relationships, and recover from violence.

Strengthening the parent-child relationship through communication, trust, and emotional development.

Facilitating evidence-based group programs for children, young people, and parents.

Collaboration & Coordination

Working in a team-based approach to identify and coordinate services.

Collaborating with agencies like Onelink, Legal Aid, ACT Police, schools, and others.

Participating in case coordination meetings and maintaining strong cross-sector relationships.

About You

You are an empathetic and community-minded professional with a strong foundation in social work, psychology, human services, or community services (Diploma or higher). You bring at least 2 years’ experience supporting women, children, young people and families impacted by domestic, family, or sexual violence and you're confident working in both crisis response and planned support settings.

The right person will have

A solid understanding of trauma-informed, strengths-based, and child/young person-centred practice

Experience in case management, outreach, advocacy, and group facilitation

Skills in engaging children and young people in developmentally appropriate ways that adhere to National Child Safe and Safeguarding Principles

Knowledge of child safety principles, safeguarding practices, and relevant legislation

A commitment to culturally responsive and intersectional practice, especially with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and people from diverse backgrounds

Strong collaboration skills and familiarity with local services and systems navigation

Confidence using case management systems and digital tools to document and support your work

You’re passionate about creating safe, empowering spaces for children and families and are ready to be part of a team driving real change in our community.

What’s in it for you?

Working at YWCA Canberra offers more than just a pay cheque. Here, you'll find a job with real purpose, where your efforts directly contribute to improving lives in our community. Whether you're involved in early childhood education, housing support, or any of our other programmes, you'll see the tangible results of your work.

YWCA Canberra offers:

Competitive base salary

Flexible working options to support work-life balance including a 9-day fortnight, 4 day compressed work week and varied working hours to accommodate work-life balance.

Opportunities for professional development and further study through our in-house registered training organisation.

Salary packaging options that can improve your take-home pay by $5K annually

Generous parental leave entitlements, 3 days extra paid annual leave between Christmas and New Year, annual flu vaccinations.

Access to Employee Assistance Program for guidance and counselling

Join Canberra's ONLY Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA).

How to Apply

Visit https://ywca-canberra.org.au/about-us/careers/ to access the position description and job demands checklist.

2. Applications including a cover letter and CV can be submitted through our recruitment portal here: https://candidate.aurion.cloud/ywca/production/signin

Want more information?

For a confidential discussion or further information please contact Cara Jacobs via email at [email protected]

Applications close on 17 October 2025

Make a difference with us.

At YWCA Canberra, we've been championing change since 1929, empowering women and promoting gender equality for nearly a century. Our legacy isn't built on words alone, it's rooted in real action. Every day, we transform lives through our community services, affordable housing programs, early childhood education, and leadership initiatives. Whether it's providing a safe home through YHomes, supporting survivors of domestic violence, or nurturing the next generation of leaders, we walk the talk. Our impact is tangible, and our commitment to building an inclusive, equitable future remains stronger than ever.

YWCA Canberra reserves the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found prior to the closing date.

YWCA Canberra is committed to the safety of children and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to participate fully in all child protection risk management recruitment processes and ongoing character checking and assessment processes.

YWCA Canberra is an equal opportunity employer. People from diverse backgrounds and with diverse life experiences are encouraged to apply. We specifically encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.