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Advocate, Family and Domestic Violence (Newman)

Family and Domestic Violence • Newman, Western Australia 6753, Australia • Full-time

Description

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We have a vacancy, based in our Newman office. This position is Full-time, 10 days per fortnight or 38 hours per week. Consideration given to part-time or full-time.

About Us

  • PCLS have regional offices in Karratha, Roebourne, South Hedland, and Newman. We offer a range of services, including:
  • Legal Services
  • Financial Counselling
  • Tenant Advice and Education Service
  • Housing Support
  • Domestic Violence Advocacy & Support
  • Redress Support
  • Settlement, Engagement and Transition Services (SETS)

About the Opportunity

The Family and Domestic Violence Advocate Program is a community-based initiative that aims to raise awareness of family violence in the Pilbara region. The Program focuses on case management, community engagement and capacity building strategies.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary (commensurate with skills and experience)
  • Join our wellbeing squad
  • Annual flight allowance
  • Annual leave (5 weeks) with 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Additional 0.5% superannuation
  • Fortnightly location allowance
  • Regular supervision and professional development, and training opportunities
  • Access to not-for-profit salary packaging
  • Air conditioning allowance (if eligible)
  • Salary Packaging

Essential Criteria:

  1. Certificate IV (minimum) and/or experience in Community Services, Mental Health, Youth Work or other relevant field
  2. Knowledge of domestic and family violence issues affecting families, including those from culturally and linguistically diverse and Indigenous backgrounds
  3. Proven ability to provide casework support
  4. An understanding of the complexities of Family and Domestic Violence
  5. Ensure the values of the organisation are upheld and contribute positively to the culture of the organisation
  6. Ensure a safe working environment and ensure reasonable self-care and care of others
  7. Ability to travel across the Pilbara, including overnight stays

Desirable Criteria:

  • Previous involvement in the Community Legal Sector and knowledge of the Action Step database preferred.
  • Demonstrated networking ability

How to Apply

Please apply through SEEK.

Please click on the “Quick apply” button and attach your detailed resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Applications close Monday 9 March 2026.

Please note that the advertisement may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Pay Rate

36.96 AUD – 44.21 AUD (Hour)
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