Join the Uniting WA team
A career at Uniting WA is more than just a job.
As a team member at Uniting, you’ll join a team of thinkers, carers, doers and darers who strive to make a difference.
Our values
At Uniting, our values are at the heart of everything we do.
We’re compassionate and respectful in our words and deeds. We’re bold in the face of injustice, and we use our imagination to explore new possibilities and opportunities.
We dare to dream of a better future for the people we support.
Not-for-profit benefits
At Uniting, we’re for people.
We’re passionate about making sure the people in our team and the people we support, thrive.
Uniting WA team members enjoy:
As a team member at Uniting, you’ll enjoy 5 weeks of paid annual leave, every year. That’s a whole extra week of leave above the National Employment Standard (NES).
Uniting WA shift workers (as defined by our Employee Collective Agreement) receive 6 weeks annual leave per year.
Salary packaging increases your disposable income by reducing the income tax you pay. It works by allocating a portion of your pre-tax income to the payment of certain expenses (such as your mortgage, rent, petrol, groceries or insurances) and entertainment purchases.
Uniting WA team members can access up to $15,900 from your salary for everyday purchases and up to $2,650 for entertainment purchases.
Team members can also access Novated Leasing, on new, used and existing cars. This is a salary packaging arrangement that allows team members to bundle lease payments and car running costs – including petrol, insurance, rego and servicing – into one convenient payment.
At Uniting WA, we’re committed to the ongoing learning and development of everyone in the team, so you’ll be supported to belong and thrive.
We also provide regular opportunities for learning and development, including an online portal that’s available for all team members.
Eligible team members who have worked at Uniting for 12 consecutive months are entitled to:
- Up to 12 months unpaid parental leave
- Government paid parental leave through the national Paid Parental Leave Scheme (paid at the national minimum wage if the eligibility criteria is satisfied)
- 6 weeks of paid parental leave (funded by the employer at the team member’s base rate of pay; and to be taken as 6 consecutive weeks leave.)
We understand that work – and life – can be challenging sometimes. That’s why we provide a free counselling service to all our team members and their immediate families through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Current vacancies
About Uniting WA
Uniting WA has been serving the WA community since 1829 and today is one it the State’s major not-for-profit providers in mental health; disability, housing; homelessness; children services; family supports; foster care; family violence; prisoner reintegration; NDIS supports; recovery options and financial wellbeing services. We have more than 400 team members and hundreds of volunteers through the State. We work for a safer, brighter and better world for the people we support, and all of humanity.
About the role
This position is based in ALBANY WA.
Join our Great Southern team as a support worker in our Individualised Services program across the Great Southern. Uniting WA currently have multiple permanent positions available. The hours vary from 40-60 hours per fortnight.
Uniting in Albany are looking for experienced support workers or people who are starting their career in support work and are willing to learn, develop and grow. The role requires provision of specific supports such as personal care, special feeding systems and strength base conversations.
You will be expected to work various shifts with clients requiring different needs including challenging behaviours.
Day Shifts
Various times and days between 6am and 6pm.
Evening shifts 4pm-10pm Hourly rate
10pm-6am allowance sleep over shift
6am – 8am. Hourly rate
Our commencing hourly rate is $33.43 and $34.45 plus penalties.
Both part-time and casual opportunities are available!
If you are BOLD and reside in the Great Southern and are keen to make a difference in the lives of the people we support, come join our team.
To be successful in the role, you will require the following:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent) completed or currently enrolled, or minimum 2 years demonstrated disability support experience
- NDIS worker orientation module
- Understanding of contemporary person-centred, strength-based support in disability services and mental health
- First aid, medication administration and manual handling certificates
- Can commit to working sleep over shifts with an ongoing roster pattern
- Full working rights in Australia or eligible for appropriate work visa
- Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Clearance
- Current Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle
Key responsibilities:
- Support participants in achieving their NDIS goals
- Support participants to connect with their local communities and enhance natural supports
- Support participants to prepare or participate in the preparation of meals
- Assist with personal care tasks (including toileting, changing, hoisting and feeding)
- Provide appropriate levels of support to maintain and improve the participant’s level of independent functioning, including participation in the community
- Respond to the participant’s needs and collaborate positively with their families, support people and others in their lives
- Keep accurate and complete records of activities via progress notes and Incident reports
- Implement PBSP strategies when needed (training will be provided when needed)
- Work within the NDIS Code of Conduct
- Committed to ongoing learning and development
Why join Uniting WA
Salary packaging of up to $15,900 (which equates to about $4K after tax of additional take home pay) plus additional salary packaging of up to $2650 for meal and entertainment expenses
Annual leave of 5 weeks per annum (pro rata)
Discounted health care with HBF or Medibank Private
Free support and counselling services via our Employee Assistance Program
Two days paid volunteering leave days per annum
On-the-job learning and supported professional development
The Uniting Team
Uniting WA is the community services arm of the Uniting Church of Western Australia. We welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, age, culture, language, gender identity or sexual orientation. We’re proud to so support thousands of West Australians every year. Applications from First Nations People, people with lived experience, people with disability and people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds and mature aged workers are encouraged.
Please click here Support Workers Job in Albany, Albany & Great Southern WA – SEEK to apply!
Residential Youth Workers – Multiple Permanent Opportunities
Uniting WA is expanding our Out of Home Care services and we’re looking for skilled, committed, and compassionate people to join our team. We provide high‑quality, therapeutic, person‑centred support for children and young people who cannot live at home due to trauma.
About the Role
As a Residential Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in creating safe, stable, and healing environment for children and young people. You’ll support their daily routines, provide therapeutic, trauma‑informed care, and contribute to positive outcomes as they rebuild their lives.
We have opportunities across several programs and regions:
· Bennett Springs 7 days on/ 7days off
· Carlisle 7 days on/ 7days off
· Kelmscott 7 days on/ 7days off
· Warnbro 7 days on/ 7days off
· Waikiki 4 x 24-hour shifts
· Cloverdale 7 days on/ 7 days off
· Spearwood 8–9 hour rotating day/night shifts
Group Foster Care
Live‑in roster: 7 days on / 7 days off, providing stability and daily support in a therapeutic home environment.
Complex Care Homes
1:1 intensive support for children with high and complex needs. Staff work 8–9 hour rotating day/night shifts, including sleepovers.
Temporary Care Homes
Short‑term, nurturing care for children waiting for long‑term placement. Rosters similar to Group Foster Care.
Applicants must be available for sleepover shifts.
About You
You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
- Passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people
- Confident providing trauma‑informed, therapeutic care
- Adaptable, resilient, and calm under pressure
- A strong communicator who can work independently or as part of a supportive team
- Skilled in building trust, maintaining boundaries, and promoting the child’s voice
What You Bring & Essential Requirements:
- Certificate IV (or higher) in Youth Work, Community Services, or related
- Experience working with young people in a residential or similar setting
- Understanding of Therapeutic Parenting & Trauma‑Informed Care
- Commitment to ongoing learning and reflective practice
- Empathy, patience, and professional integrity
- Availability for sleepover shifts
- National Police Clearance
- First Aid Certificate
- Working with Children Check
- WA ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence
- Ability to meet the Department of Communities RCCA requirements
Why Work for us – The Perks
- Access NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 per year + additional $2,650 meal and entertainment packaging
- $100 Health and Wellbeing benefit per year
- 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
How to Apply:
Please head over to our Seek listing (Residential Youth Worker Job in Perth WA – SEEK) and click ‘apply now’ and attach a cover letter outlining how you meet the above requirements and a current resume. For further information, please contact peopleservices@unitingwa.org.au – Applications sent via email will not be accepted.
We will commence shortlisting immediately and screen applications as they are received.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
At Uniting WA, we recognise the value of diversity in our team and welcome everyone exactly as they are.
That’s why we strongly encourage applications from First Nations Australians, people who have lived experience, people with a disability and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.