About RuahRuah 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 RoleRuah's Karlup Service provides holistic, wraparound healing and recovery support for women and children who have experienced family and domestic violence (FDV).
As the Support Coordinator, Child & Young People Advocate, you will provide child-centred, developmentally appropriate support that promotes children's and young people's safety, wellbeing, healing and participation.
Working with mothers, caregivers, external agencies and the multidisciplinary team, you will help ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld.This is a part-time role (0.6FTE) based in Northbridge, working three days per week on a six-month maximum-term contract, with the possibility of extension.Key responsibilities include:Providing individual support, assessment, safety planning and case coordinationBuilding trusted relationships with children, young people and their familiesAdvocating for access to appropriate health, education and community servicesSupporting mothers and caregivers to strengthen relationships and promote recovery from traumaDesigning and facilitating age-appropriate,



therapeutically informed activities and programsMaintaining accurate records and participating in multidisciplinary reviewsDelivering culturally secure and inclusive supportWorking with schools, child-protection, health and community servicesUpholding safeguarding, privacy and risk-management requirementsPlease refer to the attached Position Description for full details of the role and responsibilities.What we're looking forThe successful applicants will be required to meet the following criteria:Minimum qualification of Diploma in Community Services, Youth Work, Early Childhood Education (or equivalent field) or, a minimum of five (5) years' experience in a similar roleExperience working with children and young people affected by domestic and family violence, and/or trauma, homelessness, mental health and AODStrong understanding, knowledge and practice of child and young people's development and the impacts of trauma and FDV on children and young peopleExcellent interpersonal, advocacy and communication skills (verbal and written)Demonstrated advocacy and case management skillsStrong understanding of Safeguarding children and young peopleExperience delivering child and young people centred programs and interventionsAbility to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary teamStrong organisational, report writing and documentation skillsWillingness and ability to work within and contribute to the vision, mission,



core values and guiding principles of the organisationDemonstrate knowledge and understanding of diversity and social inclusion- including gender, sexuality, disability, cultural, age, and linguistic diversity and Aboriginal cultureWhat do we offer?
A salary aligned with Level 4 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), starting at $92,575 + Super pro rata5 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 ProgramFree 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 packagingan additional $2,650 in meal entertainment packagingbenefits 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' licenceNational Police Clearance CertificateWorking with Children CheckFirst Aid Certificate.We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, weneed 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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📌 Child & Young Person'S Advocate - Karlup Service (Perth)
🏢 Ruah
📍 Perth