First Nations Case Worker (50D Position)

Position Status: Full time

West Leederville

This position is open only to First Nations women. The requirement that applicants be First Nations is in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). Being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification for the position under section 27 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).

Over the last 70 years Relationships Australia WA has been providing relationship support services for individual, couples, families and communities. We are a team of professional and highly motivated staff who are committed to enhancing the lives of communities, families and individuals and supporting positive and respectful relationships.

About the role

We are offering a permanent role for a First Nations Case Worker in our Djinda team, based at our West Leederville office. The position involves culturally safe trauma-informed case management and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children affected by family and domestic violence. The service works collaboratively with participants to enhance safety, wellbeing, and long-term stability through the development of individual safety plans and coordinated access to essential services. The program aims to reduce the harmful impacts of family and domestic violence, improve safety outcomes for women and children, support family reunification where appropriate, and increase participants' knowledge, resilience, and independence.

The current vacancy is for 5 day 37.5 hours per week.

About You

You are a respected First Nations professional who brings cultural knowledge, lived experience and robust relationship-building skills.



You are comfortable working across all levels of an organisation and enjoy partnering with leaders to influence positive change.

You will bring:

- Relevant tertiary qualification or related discipline or cultural knowledge and lived experience as an Aboriginal person, including understanding of local culture, kinship systems, community structures, and the ongoing impacts of colonisation, intergenerational trauma, and systemic disadvantage.

- Proven experience in working with people in crisis, together with experience in working with children and their parents/care providers and issues regarding development, abuse and/or neglect

- Ability to undertake holistic, strengths‑based, and culturally responsive case work, including assessment, care coordination, advocacy, and referral.

- Understanding of cultural issues with the ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

- Skills and ability in facilitating workshops including planning, development, coordination and administration.

- Ability to work flexible hours in response to client and other relevant needs.

- Commitment to professional growth.

- Driver’s licence.

Why Join Relationships Australia WA?

At RAWA, you'll join a values-driven organisation committed to creating stronger relationships, stronger communities and a culturally safe workplace for everyone.

We offer:





- Salary $92,284 to $ $101,785 per annum pro rata plus superannuation

- Non-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550

- Additional annual leave at year-end up to three days

- Staff Reward program to provide savings on your everyday expenses

Identified Position

This is an identified position and is open only to First Nations applicants under section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about strengthening cultural safety, supporting First Nations employees and helping build an organisation where everyone feels respected, valued and culturally safe, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications should include:

- A current resume.

- A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

- Confirmation of Aboriginality . The process requires formal confirmation please contact the Wungening Aboriginal Corporation for the form.

A copy of the position description is available upon request.

Please contact the Location Manager, Yianna Paterakis, (08) •••••255 for more information.

Applications close at COB: 02 December 2026.

Relationships Australia WA is committed to being a 'Child-Safe' organisation and expects all staff agree to our Children and Young People Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safe Code of Conduct. Appropriate rigorous reference and background checking will be undertaken, including a Working with Children Check (where applicable), Police checks and identity check. We are committed to the safety and empowerment of all children, including those with a disability and from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds

📌 First Nations Case Worker (50D) (West Leederville)
🏢 Relationships Australia Western Australia
📍 West Leederville