Aboriginal Resource Worker

Aboriginal Resource Worker

Fixed term full time – 37.5 hours per week, contract end on 30 June 2026

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.

· 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.

Essential Criteria

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander woman (as per genuine occupational requirement under Section 27 of the WA Equal Opportunity Act 1984).

Desirable Criteria

· Case Management Experience

· Certificate IV Community Services or Similar, or Above.

Why Join Us:

• Excellent career opportunity with a high-quality service provider
• Competitive salary $76 000 to $ per annum pro rata plus superannuation
• Non-for-profit organisation salary packaging – up to $18,550
• Additional leave at year-end
• Staff Reward program to provide savings on your everyday expenses
• We are a values-driven organisation that aims for Authenticity, Inclusion, Compassion and Excellence.

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, Wednesday 15 October 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.