Aboriginal Community Support Trainee – Trauma-Informed

Centrecare; Shire Of Esperance; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional area zone allowance

Accommodation support – $300/week for

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Annual leave loading 17.5%

Ceremonial Leave – 5 days paid

Job summary

Centrecare is seeking a Community Service Worker Trainee to support trauma-informed responses for family, domestic and sexual violence in regional Western Australia. The role prioritises Aboriginal communities and offers supervision, training, and pathways to formal study within a supportive team.

You will engage respectfully with clients, assist with intake and referrals, and work with partners to promote safety and wellbeing. WA driver’s license and clear checks are required.

Qualifications

• You must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Progress toward a qualification in Community Services (Certificate III or higher).
• Experience collaborating with Aboriginal families and communities.
• Knowledge of the impact of domestic violence on Aboriginal children and families.
• Demonstrated professional boundaries and adherence; valid police check and working with children clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client intake, information gathering and referrals to support services.
• Contribute to safety planning and risk assessment under supervision.
• Provide advocacy, education and navigation support to clients and families.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case notes and participate in supervision.

Skills

Cultural awareness

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Community Services

Tools

National Police Certificate

Working with Children Check

WA Driver's Licence

Job description

Centrecare is seeking a Community Service Worker Trainee to support trauma-informed responses for family, domestic and sexual violence in regional Western Australia. The role prioritises Aboriginal communities and offers supervision, training, and pathways to formal study within a supportive team.

You will engage respectfully with clients, assist with intake and referrals, and work with partners to promote safety and wellbeing. WA driver’s license and clear checks are required.