About Ruah

Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia’s community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.

Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA’s biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.

By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.

About the Role

At RUAH we’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our Family Services Team!

Your role as a Support Worker will be to work in a trauma informed way to support clients in crisis who are escaping domestic violence at our women's refuge in the Perth Metro area. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of intersecting mental health, drug and alcohol and domestic violence issues.

This is a full-time permanent position.

What we’re looking for

Completion of or progress towards a relevant qualification (Certificate II/III), and/or relevant work experience, and/or lived experience.
Ability to engage with individuals within different levels of needs and build and maintain a professional relationship.
Ability to work independently and contribute to the functioning of the team.
Ability to model positive behaviours, emotional maturity, coping skills and resilience.
Good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
Understanding of basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and client reporting system.
Willingness and ability to work within and contribute to the vision, mission, core values and the guiding principles of the organisation.
Knowledge and understanding of diversity, gender and social inclusion, particularly Aboriginal culture.

Knowledge/ experience of working with women escaping domestic violence will be highly regarded.

What do we offer?

A salary aligned with Level 2 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), starting at $66,230.
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% annual leave loading (for award-based staff)
16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months’ service).
Free, independent and confidential access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program.
Free Ruah-paid Journey Cover (insurance for when you're getting to and from work).
Incredibly valuable Salary Packaging (to extend your take home pay) with:
up to $15,900 core packaging
an additional $2,650 in meal entertainment packaging
benefits for salary packaging travel, accommodation, parking fees, education expenses and more!
Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much, much more!

Required compliance documents:

Current drivers’ license
National Police Clearance Certificate
Working with Children Check
First Aid Certificate

How to apply

We’d love to hear from you!

Please click apply, create your LiveHire profile, and submit your current CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages, helping us understand your fit for this role.

Closing date for applications: Friday 6 December 2024

For further information please contact Alison Angeleski , Team Lead - Family and Domestic Violence at alison.angeleski@ruah.org.au.

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, we need people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right. Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.

We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

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