Join our Northam Men’s Behaviour Change Team- the dedicated Men’s Behaviour Change program striving to foster safer environments for women, children, and men across Western Australia. Become part of something truly impactful.

The Role:

We are currently seeking a passionate Family Safety Advocate to join the Northam Men’s Behaviour Change Team.

The Family Safety Advocate develops and delivers a range of services to maximise the safety and support of clients (victim-survivors) who have experienced violence and/or abuse within their intimate partner or family relationships. This role builds respectful and effective relationships with clients, including women, children and other family members, as well as program staff, to build safety and connection to appropriate services and support.

This position will be offered on a Fixed-Term Part-Time basis, working 22.4 hours per fortnight. The role will be located at in Northam with occasional travel to the Cannington office.

Who Are We?

Since 1977, we have been delivering high-quality support services. In May 2020, we became the custodian of White Ribbon Australia, expanding the organisation's reach nationwide.

We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and aiming to inspire and empower those we serve. Over the past 45 years, our values—Everyone is welcome, Doing what we say, Above and beyond, and Stronger together—have remained central to our operations.

If you would like to find out more about Communicare and this program, please visit our website via https://www.communicare.org.au/

Selection Criteria

Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling or Psychology with a specialisation in Family Violence, and/or significant experience in the family and domestic violence.

Relevant experience in a similar role, including in engaging with victim-survivor of Family Domestic Violence and Abuse.

Experience in working with and understanding of the developmental and therapeutic needs of children who have experienced trauma, abuse and neglect.

Advanced stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with individuals and groups.

Ability to respond to challenging behaviours and an understanding of the origins of these behaviours when working with children including trauma and attachment.

Cultural competency to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse populations, and people with disabilities.

Understanding of the confidentiality protocols that relate to interactions with victim-survivors of Family Domestic Violence and Abuse

Understanding of Safe and Together principles and model workings.

Knowledge and understanding of the National plan to end violence against women and children 2022-2032.

Experience working within Men’s Behaviour Change Programs (desirable).

Unrestricted driver's licence, Police clearance, Working With Children Check, and Department of Justice integrity clearance.

What we can offer you

Generous NFP Salary Packaging: Option to package up to $15,900 for general living expenses and an additional $2,650 for entertainment benefits per annum.

Extra Leave: 5 days of extra paid leave per annum (pro rata for part-time).

Paid Parental Leave: Paid leave and return to work incentives.

Support for FDVA: Family Domestic Violence and Abuse leave, financial assistance, and structured support for any employees who have experienced FDVA incidents.

Health and Wellbeing: Discounted Health Insurance with HBF, free confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program, and an annual Flu Vaccination Program.

Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within a supportive and inclusive team culture.

How to apply
Please submit a resume and a cover letter that addresses our Selection Criteria. Applications close 12 July 2025.

Communicare encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQI+ and people living with disabilities.

Short listing will commence immediately. We reserve the right to close the position without notice. Unsolicited resumes and contact from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.