Specialist Family Violence Practitioner- Mens
- Co-facilitate Men’s Behaviour Change Program groups, including planning, session delivery, debriefing and documentation.
- Assess and provide case management and other client-centred interventions to men who use violence.
- Apply specialist family violence practice that prioritises the safety of women and children and recognises the effects of trauma.
- Permanent Part-Time, 26.6 hours per week
- Located in: Frankston
- Classification: Social Worker Grade 2, Year 1 - Year 4 (SC21 - SC24) or Community Development Worker Grade 2B (XX7-ON15) * plus super
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Team & Role
This crucial role will facilitate quality Men's Behaviour Change Groups by working within a group context with men using violence to enhance the safety of women and children. You will primarily facilitate men's behaviour change groups but may also be asked to conduct assessments, provide case management, and engage in flexible intervention delivery practice for AUFV. This role will acknowledge and work with the understanding of violence as primarily being gender based whilst also holding the complexities of trauma and life experiences in a holistic approach to practice.
• Undertake all aspects of MBCP group co-facilitation work including planning, preparation, session delivery, de-briefing and documentation in accordance with Family Safety Victoria/No To Violence Men’s Behaviour Change Program Minimum Standards and Peninsula Health Policy
• Perform complex assessments, deliver case management and other client centred interventions to support healing and the cessation of violence
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Skills & Experience Required
- Relevant qualifications in Social Sciences or related field.
- Qualifications must align with the Mandatory Minimum Qualification Requirements for Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Recommendation 209)
- Hold a Family Violence Grad Cert (Men's) or be working towards completion by an agreed date.
- Proven MBCP group facilitation
- Experience working with male perpetrators who use violence and ideally in specialist family violence services
Benefits
- Step into state-of-the-art facilities
- Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
- Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
- Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
- Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
- Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
- Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
Next Steps
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The role ceases advertising on27November2026. Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We kindly ask that all applications be submitted through the advertised application link, as applications received via email are unable to be progressed.
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Additional Information
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
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*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: *****************************************************************************>
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