Casual Refuge Support Worker

6 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Wungening Aboriginal Corporation Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

WUNGENING ABORIGINAL CORPORATION

Healing Mind, Body & Spirit

ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Coordinator Wooree Miya, this position will work within Wooree Miya Refuge to assist with providing intensive support and holistic case management for women and their children living in the refuge.

As a Support Worker you will work alongside refuge Case Workers to intensively engage and support women and their children. You will work within a team-based case management model, to provide a range of support, advocacy and referral services to the women and children.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA (address this in your cover letter)

  • An understanding of the issues experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families in the context of Family and Domestic Violence (FDV).
  • An understanding and respect for Indigenous cultures, values, and protocols.
  • A commitment to understanding intergenerational trauma and promoting healing approaches.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and community.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to deliver a quality service.

  • Demonstrated interpersonal and written communication skills.

  • Demonstrable commitment to empowering and respecting children and young people.

  • Demonstrated ability to provide safe environments for children and young people and protect them from abuse and neglect

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

  • WA Working with Children Card
  • National Police Clearance (dated within the last 3 months)
  • Department of Communities Screening (we'll help successful candidates apply)
  • WA Drivers License

WORKING WITH WUNGENING – JOB BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

In addition to fulfilling a passion for social justice and community healing, you will enjoy the many benefits of our generous Enterprise Bargaining Award Agreement, including:

  • 4 wellness days per year
  • NAIDOC Day leave
  • 3-day additional leave Christmas shutdown leave
  • 4-week top-up maternity leave
  • Excellent Salary Packaging options available
  • Long Service after 6 years
  • Mentoring and training opportunities
  • Access to Sonder 24/7 wellbeing services
  • Clear pathways for advancement

Join us in creating a healthy, safe, strong and sustainable Aboriginal community

IMPORTANT NOTES FOR APPLICANTS:

Applications must include a one page covering letter addressing the essential criteria, plus a concise CV clearly outlining your qualifications and experience.

Applications close Monday 6 October 2025

All enquiries should be directed to Wooree Miya Coordinator, Natasha Moore on

Being suitable for a position does not guarantee an offer of employment.

We reserve the right to close applications and appoint prior to the nominated closing date.

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