Family & Domestic Violence Liaison Officer

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessment and triage of domestic violence incident reports in collaboration with WA Police and Child Protective Services.
• Undertake comprehensive risk assessments and develop safety plans using established risk management frameworks.
• Respond promptly to urgent client safety needs, providing crisis-focused intervention and support.
• Deliver home visits, community outreach, advocacy, and case coordination for victims and their children.
• Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders including police, courts, child protection, and specialist FDV services.
• Participate in interagency meetings and forums to advocate for the needs of families affected by violence.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in family and domestic violence, child, youth, or family services.
• At least 1 year of experience working within FDV services, including case management and trauma-informed assessment.
• Strong local knowledge of, and respect for, ATSI communities and cultural protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to apply sound judgement in high-risk situations.
• Full driver licence with no restrictions.
• Ability to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $90,188 + super + NFP salary packaging benefits.
• Pilbara Remote Benefits including 5 weeks of annual leave and rental assistance of up to $200 per week.
• Relocation allowance of $1,500 to assist with moving to the area.
• Additional $1,000 annual allowance to assist with the remote cost of living.
• Access to free external, confidential counselling and chaplaincy support.
• Extra leave opportunities, including an additional public holiday and anniversary leave.

About the Company

Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we have been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope and evidence-based support services to tackle the root causes of homelessness and disadvantage.