- Qualifications in Community Services, Mental Health or Social Work.
- Comprehensive experience supporting people with family/domestic violence and related mental health, drug & alcohol, orcr
- Specialist experience and knowledge using Risk Assessment and Safety Plans.
Role Type
Pay Rate
Description
About us
At Zonta House Refuge Association, we are leaders in supporting women & gender diverse individuals experiencing family and domestic violence (FDV). For over 40 years, we’ve delivered impactful, evidence-based services that uphold dignity, prioritise safety, and challenge the drivers of abuse.
Our comprehensive, person-centred programs empower victim-survivors to rebuild their lives free from violence. Guided by dedication, care, and integrity, we’re committed to creating lasting change in our community.
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced practitioner who embodies our values of Care, Integrity and Dedication to join our Accommodation team. In this role, you will support victim-survivors of family and domestic violence to access safe accommodation and tailored support through our purpose-built facilities across Perth Metro South.
Working closely with the Refuge Team Leader, you will provide trauma-informed case management, informal counselling, advocacy, and practical and emotional support that promotes safety, healing and recovery. You will develop and review risk assessments, safety plans and support plans, while working collaboratively with clients to achieve their goals.
You will also provide direction and guidance to Advocates, helping coordinate support that is responsive, effective and aligned with each client’s needs.
This is a full-time, fixed-term contract until 30 December 2027 with the possibility of extension or permanency.
Key Selection Criteria
- Qualifications in Community Services, Mental Health or Social Work.
- Comprehensive experience working with individuals who have experienced family and/or domestic violence, mental health, drug and alcohol and or crisis in their lives.
- Specialist experience and knowledge of using Risk Assessment and Safety Plans.
- Experience in working within a Case Management framework and developing and reviewing support plans.
- Expert knowledge of referral pathways and community services.
- Solving problems of moderate difficulty using knowledge, judgement, and organisational skills. Providing expert advice to other team members
The successful candidate will need to possess:
- National Police Clearance Certificate
- Working with Children Card
- WA driver’s license with good driving records
The Benefits
- Extra tax savings with NFP Salary Packaging available up to $15,900
- Family-friendly and flexible working conditions
- Opportunities for career development, supervision, professional development and training
- Employee Assistance Program for confidential well-being support
- An inclusive culture of dedicated and caring team members
To apply for this position
Simply click on the Apply button and submit your current resume together with a cover letter (maximum two pages) addressing the selection criteria, including details of your professional experience supporting victim-survivors of family and domestic violence.
Applications close on 25 September 2026 at 5:00 pm AWST.
Zonta House promotes a workplace that values and fosters the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people of all ages.
If you have a specific query, contact People & Culture on (08) 6556 2421
Zonta House reserves the right to commence interviews with suitable applicants immediately.
Australia
New Zealand
United Kingdom
Canada
Singapore
Malaysia
