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

With us, you’ll matter more.

Join a team of carers, thinkers, doers and darers who strive to make a difference every day.

Build a career as a Residential Youth Worker supporting children in care at Uniting WA, and you’ll be joining a team that values your commitment and supports you every step of the way.

The difference you’ll make to the lives of the children you support will matter more than you can imagine.

About the Role

Uniting WA provides high quality, therapeutic, person centred support for children and young people living in Out of Home Care, in family group homes  settings.

We are looking for dynamic and experienced people to be part of a team that work together to improve the lives of vulnerable children who have experienced complex trauma.  Our Family Group Homes service supports children to live in the community.

Your vital role.

  • Provide a stable and nurturing home environment for children in need
  • Offer emotional support, mentorship and guidance
  • Assist with educational and extracurricular activities
  • Advocate for individual children’s rights and well-being
  • Build a strong sense of community and belonging.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day care and supervision of the children and provide a positive, supportive, safe, and healing environment for children – delivering high quality, therapeutic and child focussed services.

  • There are various positions available for live in therapeutic carers/ youth workers (working up to 7 x 24 hours shifts in a fortnight)
  • Staff working on a 24-hour roster will be paid a fixed day rate per 24 hour shift  between $399.40 – $411.93 per day and a hourly rate ranging from $40.26- $41.53 per hour will be paid when conducting support shifts.
  • Please apply if you can commit to working sleepover shifts ongoingly on a roster pattern. 

About You

You’re going to love this job because you are:

  • Ready to take the next step in your Therapeutic Carer / Youth Worker career and enjoy a challenge.
  • Someone who can provide therapeutic trauma informed care and engage with  young people
  • Attend to the daily care and needs of young people, recording these accurately in case notes and amplifying the child’s voice in decision making
  • Flexible and adaptable, when working alone or in a team
  • Enjoys working in a supportive team consisting of Ops lead, Team leader, Case Workers and a Therapeutic Coach providing guidance and support.
  • Able to manage complex and trauma response behaviour with confidence and composure
  • Grounded, resilient, and committed.

We are seeking highly motivated people who have:

  • A Certificate III/IV or higher in Children Studies/ Youth Work, Community Services or related.
  • Experience working with young people in a residential setting.
  • Have the resilience and flexibility to work sleepovers
  • Knowledge and understanding of Therapeutic Parenting & Trauma Informed Care particularly in the Out of Home Care.
  • Ability to demonstrate empathy, guidance, respect and patience at all times
  • A genuine interest and enthusiasm for working with young people in a holistic manner that will best support their needs and strengthen their well-being.
  • Can commit to ongoing training and development
  • Aboriginal and Torrens Straight Islander peoples are encouraged to apply
  • You must be able to obtain a current National Police Clearance and Provide a First Aid certificate. It is also essential to have a current Working With Children Check, and WA ‘C class’ driver’s licence.
  • A requirement of the role is to satisfy The Department of Communities Record Check Consent Application (RCCA) to support undertaking a Police History Check for workers who have been identified for a role within Non-Government agencies.

What we offer

Working with Uniting WA means more than just a job; it’s a chance to join a team of like-minded individuals and become a force for good.

Our dedicated team members enjoy:

  • A competitive remuneration package
  • Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities
  • Salary packaging
  • Minimum 6 weeks’ annual leave
  • Wellness benefits, volunteer leave and paid parental leave
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment.

The most appealing benefit of all?
Making a lifelong impact on children who need it most.

 

How to apply

Please apply via the seek website by providing a current resume and a short cover letter.

A position description outlining further details will be available at https://unitingwa.org.au/join-the-team/

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will support people with disability in the community, at work or at home to live an enriched life and develop skills and capacity to promote their independence.

Our shifts vary between 3-8 hours long. We have on-going availability to offer work between 15-30 hours per week, and what matters most is your availability for at least 4 days per week.

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.
  • 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 positive behaviour support plan (PBSP) strategies when needed (training will be provided when needed)
  • Work within the NDIS Code of Conduct
  • Committed to ongoing learning and development.

A PD of the role is available here.https://unitingwa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/PD-Support-Worker-Disability.pdf

To be successful in the role, you will require the following:

  • A qualification in Community Services, Disability or Individualised Support or relevant experience in the disability sector or lived experience.
  • NDIS screening check and 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 a minimum 4-day per week availability. 
  • Have a roadworthy, licensed and comprehensive insured vehicle

About you

We are looking for support workers who are kind, caring, compassionate, confident and passionate to make a positive difference. You will share our values, and you will:

  • Enjoy supporting people to live a good life.
  • Thrive on knowing you are working in a role that makes a real positive difference.
  • Like a varied workday.
  • Interact and communicate well with other.
  • Work well in a diverse team
  • Build a career while being paid.

Next steps

Please apply through the seek website and provide a current resume and covering letter.

Your application will include the following questions:

  • Do you have a current NDIS worker screening check
  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia
  • How many years experience have you had as a support worker
  • Do you have a Western Australian C Class Drivers Licence.

If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Operations Lead, Barsha Shahi on 0468 610 399.

About the role

The main purpose of this role is to lead the development and management of volunteer as well as  recognising  opportunities to engage community members and fostering relationships to support the needs of Uniting and its strategic aims.

The Coordinator of Volunteer and Corporate Engagement ensures that Uniting WA is viewed as an outstanding organisation that provides volunteering opportunities of choice for the community. You will act as the key contact for volunteering and corporate engagement activities across Uniting. Working closely and reporting to the Manager – Community Engagement you will be responsible for the below.

Key responsibilities includes:

  • Coordinating the recruitment, selection, and orientation process of all volunteers over multiple Uniting WA programs  providing them with daily ongoing support in accordance with Uniting’s Strategic Plan and the Volunteering Australia National standards.
  • Roster coordination and maintenance of the volunteer management database
  • Evaluate and report on all aspects of corporate and community volunteering programs working towards continuous improvement initiatives in line with the Volunteer and Corporate Opportunities Engagement Strategy
  • Support the ‘Manager of Community Engagement’ with community and volunteer events, public appearances, presentations and ‘Recipe for Change program’. Engage with selected external stakeholders to develop key relationships and create networking opportunities.
  • Support Uniting WA’s ‘Senior Managers’ and ‘Team Leaders’ to identify, develop and evaluate appropriate infrastructure for volunteer involvement.

About you

you will need to be someone who has:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
  • Creative and lateral thinking abilities
  • An empathy with volunteers and an ability to understand their needs
  • Ability to manage, network with and motivate volunteers
  • Be able to interpret and maintain confidential information
  • Great organisational and excellent record keeping skills.
  • Ability to build and sustain relationships within a diverse workforce across different levels

Qualification and experience required:

  • Recognised qualifications and experience in a relevant area (experience in coordinating volunteering activities, formal qualification in – Community Development, Marketing, or Human Resources).
  • Knowledge of contemporary theories and practices underpinning volunteer management.
  • Excellent computer literacy skills in particular MS office, word, excel, outlook and PowerPoint.
  • Highly experienced in the delivery of presentations to internal and external stakeholders and community groups

You will also need to have:

  • National Police Clearance (no older than 6 months or willing to obtain).
  • Current Western Australian Driver’s Licence.

Please apply through the SEEK listing, providing a covering letter together with your current resume.

Enquiries can be directed to People Services at Peopleservices@unitingwa.org.au.

A position description outlining further details is available here.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, highly skilled, and professional Executive Assistant to support our Co-CEOs and the Executive Team, working Full-Time (12-month max term contract, providing maternity leave cover), 5 days per week with flexible start and finishing times.

This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth day to day management of the office administration, relieving the Co-CEO’s of administrative duties, and allowing them to focus on core business.  Working closely with the Chief Administrative Officer, you will provide a high level of executive support.  Your attention to detail and proactive approach will be valued assets. This role is suited to a self-starter who enjoys accountability and can work both autonomously and within a team environment.

 

The key responsibilities for this position will include:

  • Research, develop and deliver tasks, projects and events as required to support the Co-CEOs, Executive Team and Senior Manager Advocacy.
  • Prepare well written papers, proposals and reports to support Board and operational reporting requirements.
  • Demonstrate the capability to multi-task, being flexible to accommodate urgent requests as required.
  • Develop effective working relationships across the organisation as well as with external stakeholders to support the outcomes of the role.
  • Provide timely, effective and efficient administrative support to the Co-CEOs particularly in relation to diary and record management.
  • Organise meetings, book meeting rooms and arrange catering, as required.
  • Manage the travel portal for Uniting and liaise with FCM, including coordinating, booking and managing travel arrangements and providing detailed travel itineraries to travellers.
  • Complete expense claim reconciliations for the Co-CEOs using the organisation’s expense claims and reconciliation tools (i.e. ProSpend and Weel)
  • Other administrative duties as directed by the Co-CEOs.

 

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

  • Five or more years working at PA/EA level, providing support to a CEO and Executive Teams.
  • Previous experience working in a social services (Not For Profit or Government environments preferred).
  • Exceptional organisational skills in managing schedules, diary management, coordinating meeting managing travel arrangements.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to develop and build strong relationships with both internal/external stakeholders and all levels within the organisation.
  • Ability to undertake the role with a high level of maturity, integrity and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Excellent computer literacy skills in particular MS office, word, excel, outlook and PowerPoint.

You will also have:

  • National Police Clearance (no older than 6 months or willing to obtain).
  • Current Western Australian Driver’s Licence.

How to apply

Please apply through the SEEK listing, providing a covering letter together with your current resume.

Enquiries can be directed to People Services at Peopleservices@unitingwa.org.au.

A position description outlining further details is available here.


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.