Aboriginal Resource Worker
Relationships Australia Western Australia
West Leederville, Perth WA
Indigenous & Multicultural Services (Community Services & Development)
Contract/Temp
$73K – $82K p.a pro rata + super + sal packaging
Aboriginal Resource Worker
Fixed term until 30 June 2025: Part time – 15-30 hours per week
West Leederville and outreach
Relationships Australia WA is a non-for-profit community service organisation with no religious affiliation. We tailor our services to your needs, to support you through times of challenge and change.
We are committed to enhancing the lives of communities, families, and individuals and supporting positive and respectful relationships. We are part of the federated national organisation Relationships Australia, which has autonomous member organisations in every State and Territory plus a national office in Canberra.
About the role
We are seeking an Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander woman to undertake the role of Aboriginal Resource Worker for our Djinda Service based in West Leederville. This is a support, advocacy and referral service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children affected by or at risk of family and domestic violence or sexual assault.
Key Responsibilities
Provide support, advocacy, and referral services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children affected by family and domestic violence or sexual assault.
Assist in the development of community outreach programs and initiatives.
Work closely with service providers to ensure appropriate resources and services are accessible to clients.
Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families through case management services.
Empower and advocate for the rights of clients in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner.
Essential Criteria
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander woman (as per genuine occupational requirement under Section 27 of the WA Equal Opportunity Act 1984).
Demonstrated experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families affected by domestic violence.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Reliable, proactive, and able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
A strong commitment to the well-being and safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children.
Why Join Us:
Non-for-profit salary packaging available.
A culturally supportive and inclusive work environment
Make a difference in people’s lives
Application instructions:
Applications must include a cover letter outlining suitability for the role and a current resume citing professional referees and to be submitted via SEEK.
Applications close at 5 pm, Monday 6 January 2025
Relationships Australia WA is committed to being a 'Child-Safe' organisation and expects all staff agree to our Children and Young People Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safe Code of Conduct. Appropriate rigorous reference and background checking will be undertaken, including a Working with Children Check (where applicable), police record and identity check. We are committed to the safety and empowerment of all children, including those with a disability and from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.
