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Form of workAre you passionate about community and improving the lives of people. Looking for flexible working arrangements and part-time hours. Gain invaluable experience in a busy community legal service based in the Pilbara.
About Us
Pilbara Community Legal Service Inc. (PCLS) is a non-profit, government-funded, community organisation that provides free, accessible, equitable, responsible, and culturally appropriate advice, support and advocacy to the people of the Pilbara.
We offer a range of services including:
- Legal Services
- Financial Counselling
- Tenant Advice and Education Service
- Housing Support
- Domestic Violence Advocacy & Support
- Redress Services
- Community Migrant Services
We are a well-established and highly valued part of the Pilbara social infrastructure and have regional offices in Karratha, Roebourne, South Hedland, and Newman.
About the Opportunity
We have a vacancy, based in our Karratha office. This position is part-time, 9 days per fortnight or 30.4 hours per week.
The Pilbara has a unique and rich heritage and culture, with diverse Indigenous and multi-cultural heritage, spectacular landscapes, and an abundance of places to visit and explore.
The Housing Support Program is designed to address housing related needs and challenges for individuals and families The program aims to provide support to clients through any stage of homelessness, assisting with applying, securing, and maintaining long term accommodation. Whilst working with government agencies, and other community service providers, the program focuses on providing holistic protective measures and practices. This is achieved through referrals and the delivery of information, to case manage clients to achieve long term sustainable housing.
Benefits:
- Attractive salary
- Annual return airfare to Perth or equivalent on anniversary
- Air-conditioning subsidy (between October & March) as per policy
- Annual leave (5 weeks with leave loading)
- Access to not-for-profit salary packaging
- Training, development, and regular supervision
How to Apply
Please click on the “Quick apply" button and attach your detailed resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
Applications close on Tuesday 19 March 2024.
Please note that the advertisement may close earlier if a potential suitable candidate is found.
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Statement
PCLS is passionate about embracing diversity and creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace. PCLS encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with different lived experiences, abilities, gender, ethnicity, age, and sexual orientation to apply. We are a child safe organisation and have a zero tolerance for child abuse.
