Domestic and Family Violence Assessment & Response Worker

Brisbane Permanent

Ashleigh McMillan is an experienced talent acquisition and recruitment professional with a strong background in the public and not-for-profit sectors. She specialises in connecting organisations with exceptional talent while ensuring alignment with strategic goals and cultural fit. With extensive experience in Queensland Government recruitment, Ashleigh has successfully led high-profile hiring initiatives for senior leadership and regulatory roles, navigating complex frameworks and ensuring compliance with industry standards. She has managed high-volume recruitment projects, including roles in the Department of Education, the Department of Justice and Attorney-General, and the Department of Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships. In addition to her work with government agencies, Ashleigh has played a key role in senior HR leadership and operational recruitment, contributing to organisational transformation efforts for HELP Enterprises Limited. Ashleigh is passionate about ensuring diversity and inclusion in recruitment, advocating for strategies that foster diverse talent pipelines and equitable hiring practices. Her people-first approach to recruitment ensures a high-touch, ethical, and professional experience for both clients and candidates. Ashleigh’s ability to build long-term relationships and deliver positive outcomes has established her as a trusted advisor across the government, not-for-profit, and private sectors. With a focus on workforce transformation, she continues to make a meaningful impact on strengthening Queensland’s workforce.

Recruiter :
Ashleigh McMillan

Ashleigh McMillan
  • Full-time | Flexible working hours (between 6am-8pm)
  • Location: Wondai, Kingaroy, and Murgon, QLD
  • Accommodation Provided | Community-Based Not-for-Profit
OnTalent is proud to partner with a highly respected regional community organisation to recruit a Domestic and Family Violence Assessment & Response Worker focused on safety, healing, and empowerment.

This organisation plays a leading role in delivering critical domestic and family violence support across the South Burnett. They are now seeking a compassionate and capable practitioner to join their frontline team, with accommodation provided for the successful candidate.
  
About the role
This full-time role, based across Wondai, Kingaroy, and Murgon, delivers safety-focused support to women and children impacted by domestic and family violence. You will conduct risk assessments, develop safety plans, and collaborate with local services to ensure holistic, integrated responses.

Key responsibilities
  • Deliver trauma-informed, client-centred DFV support
  • Undertake risk assessments and develop individual safety/support plans
  • Liaise with police, courts, and service providers to ensure coordinated care
  • Participate in counselling, group programs, and community engagement
  • Maintain accurate case documentation and contribute to service reporting
What you’ll bring
  • A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, or a related field
  • Experience supporting high-risk DFV clients and managing complex caseloads
  • Strong working knowledge of DFV legislation and practice standards
  • Cultural capability and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients
  • Current Blue Card, NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid/CPR certification, and driver’s licence
Why consider this role?
  • Accommodation provided to support regional placement
  • Flexible working arrangements and generous salary packaging
  • Ongoing supervision and professional development
  • A deeply rewarding role within a values-led, community-first organisation. 

Be part of a team making real impact in the lives of women and children across regional Queensland.

Click APPLY NOW or reach out to Ashleigh on 07 3305 5800 for a confidential discussion.

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