Program Overview
Communicare Tuart House is a regional accommodation and support service for women and their children who are homeless, or are at imminent risk of homelessness, as a result of family and domestic violence. It is a culturally safe place for women and their children to be empowered and remain safe while rebuilding their lives.
Role
FDVA Family Residential Advocate assists women and children escaping from, or seeking support for, Family and Domestic Violence and Abuse to ensure their wellbeing and safety. Focused on delivering practical support, this role involves assisting with daily living tasks and parenting, aimed at supporting victim‐survivors recovery and wellbeing.
The role will be based at our Busselton refuge, with the position offered on a casual basis. Occasional travel may be required for this role.
Aligned to Section 27 of the Equal Opportunity Act, due to the nature of the position and industry, only Female applicants will be accepted for this role.
Responsibilities
* Undertakes daily living duties, including but not limited to cleaning, cooking and parental support, that aids client capacity building.
* Performs initial assessments upon client referral to establish the client's suitability for the program.
* Supports clients to use positive parenting techniques and ensures the psychological safety of the children at Tuart House.
* Provides crisis support, safety planning, information, advocacy, and referrals for both residential and non‐residential clients engaged in Tuart House services.
* Acts as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and responds to enquires ensuring that these are recorded, addressed, resolved and/or re‐directed for resolution in a timely manner.
* Works 24/7, with occasional evening, sleep shifts and weekend working. Rosters are based on business needs and subject to change. Must be flexible and able to adapt to a fast‐paced environment.
Qualifications and Experience
* Minimum qualification in Certificate III in Community Services or relevant experience.
* Relevant experience in a similar role, including working with clients in crisis who may present with complex needs.
* Skills in crisis response, risk assessment, safety planning, outreach, referral, advocacy, and negotiation.
* Understanding of appropriate relationship boundaries with clients and other service providers, and ability to uphold professional boundaries.
* Intermediate communication and problem‐solving skills.
* Knowledge of Family and Domestic Violence Abuse issues as they pertain to women and children who have been impacted by violence or abuse within intimate relationships or the family.
* Awareness and understanding of diversity, gender, and social inclusion, with particular respect for Aboriginal culture and communities (desirable).
* Valid Driver's License, Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance.
Benefits and Supports
* Support for FDVA: Family Domestic Violence and Abuse leave, financial assistance, and structured support for any employees who have experienced FDVA incidents.
* Discounted Health Insurance with HBF, and free confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program.
* Opportunities for growth and development within a supportive and inclusive team culture.
* Flexible working conditions.
Equal Opportunity
Communicare and WRA values diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities.
This role is designated under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) to promote equality; Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline
Applications close 30 June 2026, shortlisting may begin immediately.
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