Specialist Worker for Children and Young People

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, who are committed to serving people in need in our community and shaping a more just and compassionate society.

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• Rewarding role supporting women and children experiencing homelessness 
• SCHCADS Award: hourly rates starting from $51 (depending on experience)  
• NFP salary tax-free benefits increasing annual pay package up to $15k
• Full-time contract until 30 June 2031 

Your Role

We are seeking a compassionate Specialist Worker with experience in domestic and family violence to support children, young people and their families living in refuge and transitional housing.

Based at Louise de Marillac House, this is a specialist frontline role requiring strong expertise in supporting women and children impacted by domestic and family violence. You will provide trauma-informed, practical support to help clients move from crisis to safety, stability and independence.

Your Responsibility

• Deliver specialist support to women and children experiencing domestic and family violence
• Engage with people sleeping rough or at risk of homelessness
• Conduct intake, risk assessments, and ongoing case management
• Develop and review tailored, trauma-informed case plans
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning
• Advocate for clients with government departments, courts, and service providers
• Link clients with housing, health, education, and recovery-focused programs
• Conduct home visits within temporary or transitional accommodation
• Maintain accurate, timely client records and case notes
• Support a safe, welcoming and culturally respectful environment
• Build strong partnerships with specialist DFV and community services
• Contribute to service targets, reporting, and continuous improvement
• Assist with general administration and day-to-day service operations
• Support and guide volunteers and student placements

You Will Need

• Being a woman is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977
• Qualifications in welfare or a related field, or currently studying
• Demonstrated experience supporting women and children impacted by domestic and family violence
• Strong understanding of DFV dynamics, trauma-informed practice, and risk management
• Knowledge of homelessness and its contributing factors, including mental health, addiction, and family breakdown
• Experience working within or alongside specialist DFV or crisis services
• Knowledge of local support services and ability to build effective partnerships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Sound judgement and confidence responding to crisis situations
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail in documentation
• Commitment to safe work practices and client wellbeing
• NSW driver licence

Apply Now

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

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.
• Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life. 

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.