About Us

We are Australia’s peak rights and advocacy organisation for people with disability, advancing and protecting the rights, health and wellbeing of the people and communities we serve. Our vision is of a socially just, accessible and inclusive community, in which the human rights, belonging, contribution, potential and diversity of all people with disability are recognised, respected and celebrated with pride.

We offer an inclusive, supportive and collaborative work environment where the contribution of each team member is valued and commitment to our purpose is visible.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual advocate to provide support and assistance to people who have applied to the National Redress Scheme. The National Redress Scheme is for survivors of historic sexual abuse in an institutional setting.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in advocacy roles, with a strong commitment to social justice, and have experience working with people with disability who have lived experience of trauma and abuse.

This is a maximum term contract to 30 June 2026.

Key Skills

• Excellent communication skills: Clear and effective verbal and written communication.
• Empathy and compassion towards others: Genuine understanding and care for others' emotions.
• Strong organisational skills: Efficiently manage multiple tasks and maintain accuracy.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team: Self-motivated and collaborative team player.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations: Thorough understanding of industry laws and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Assist individuals in navigating the redress process, including providing information on their rights and options
• Engage and liaise with the National Redress Scheme
• Engage with Redress applicants and determine additional information that is required for their application and provide this to the National Redress Scheme
• Advocate on behalf of individuals to ensure their needs are met effectively
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress, successes and challenges
• Collaborate with other team members to provide comprehensive support for clients

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an advocacy role.
• Degree or equivalent education in social work, psychology, or related field
• Knowledge of social justice issues affecting vulnerable populations
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Familiarity with community resources for additional support

This is a part-time role based in Australia. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Award Classification: Level 5.1 Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services (SCHADS) Award 2010
• PWDA pays above-award rates as per our Enterprise Bargaining Agreement.
• Fringe Benefits Tax benefits provides you with the option to salary package up to $15,900.
• PWDA gifts an additional three days of holiday leave during the Christmas/New Year shut down period, as well as additional personal leave days, above the National Employment Standards, to enhance staff health and wellbeing.
• Work from home or Hybrid working conditions available to provide work life balance and team collaboration.

If you require any reasonable adjustments please let us know and we will be happy to collaborate with you on this.
E-mail: [email protected] using the subject line: Individual Advocate Redress enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Phone: 0491 762 648

Only candidates invited for interview will be contacted.

We are an EEO employer and we embrace the diversity of our people, such as diversity in disability, race, cultural background, ethnicity, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or intersex status.