HR Coordinator

STTARS (Survivors of Torture and Trauma Assistance and Rehabilitation Services)

• Permanent Part-time role | (0.6) FTE

• Level 5 SCHADS Award 2010 | CBB salary packaging up to $15,999.

• Specialist, client-centred torture and trauma counselling service

• Based at our Angas Street office

• Immediate start

About STTARS

Survivors of Torture and Trauma Rehabilitation Service (STTARS) is a non-government, not for profit organisation that has been operating in South Australia since 1991. STTARS has no political or religious affiliations. STTARS welcomes all people regardless of their age, ability, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, language or religious beliefs – it is an LBGTQIA+ friendly service that is proudly committed to inclusion and equity for all. STTARS’ vision is to seek a world where human rights are respected, and violations are challenged. Our mission is to help survivors or torture and trauma to find their voices and rebuild their lives.

About the role

As HR Coordinator, your leadership will be pivotal in refining people-centric processes and systems. Collaborating with STTARS leadership team, you will be instrumental in nurturing a workforce aligned with our mission, vision, and values, delivering exceptional HR services and enhancing staff member experiences.

You will have responsibility for effectively managing the administration and coordination of key HR and WHS processes and systems to ensure a supportive workplace environment and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate the development, review and implementation of HR policies, procedures, systems and practices, ensuring continuous improvement and compliance with legislative requirements including, but not limited to, the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards and SCHADS Award.

• Keep abreast of any legislative, award or regulatory changes that impact STTARS and notify the Director of need for action accordingly.

• Support the recruitment process as required including posting adverts, organizing interviews, assisting with reference checks as required, arranging pre-employment screening/probity checks and issuing employment contracts.

• Work closely with the Finance & Payroll Officer on all contractual and payroll related matters in a timely and consultative manner.

• Manage employee records in STTARS HRIS, ensuring all employee files are up to date, complete and managed as per the requirements of the National Privacy Principles.

• Coordinate the development, review and implementation of WHS policies, procedures, systems and practices, ensuring STTARS provides a safe workplace for all staff, contractors and visitors, complies with legislative requirements and seeks continuous improvement.

• Assist in identifying HR or WHS issues that pose potential risks to STTARS staff or to the organisation’s compliance with legislative and regulatory obligations.

• Provide ongoing support and guidance for staff members and leadership.

As a part of our team, our ideal candidate will:

• Have a Cert IV in HR or equivalent experience

• Previous experience in HR Administration/ Generalist role

• Sound understanding of employment legislation, industrial instruments and contemporary HR Practice

• Experience in the development and implementation of HR &WHS Policies and Procedures.

As a team member of STTARS, you can expect to be working alongside a highly skilled and professional team who are focused on the health and wellbeing of our clients.

Desirable criteria:

• Experience working within a culturally diverse setting

• Experience in working within a small, collaborative team environment.

• Knowledge of the refugee/human rights sector or other community service areas and/or worked in a not for profit highly desirable.

• Knowledge of Employment Hero highly desirable.

• Knowledge of restorative practice and trauma informed practice highly desirable.

For this position, the following documents must be provided before a formal employment offer can be made:

• A valid and current Working with Children Check (WWCC)

• A valid and current National Criminal History Check (Police Clearance)

• Photo ID

• Evidence of right to work in Australia

What’s in it for you:

• Access to generous salary packaging reduce the amount of tax you pay each year

• Strong commitment to personal and professional development

• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

Applications close Friday, 31 October 2025

Please note: STTARS reserves the right to close applications prior to this date.

Applications including a cover letter and CV should be addressed to Daryl Eckermann, ICT & Operations Manager. For a confidential discussion, please contact Daryl on (08) 8206 8900.

For a copy of the Position Description, please go to the Join Us | employment page of our website at www.sttars.org.au