- Part-Time (0.8) – Full-time for a fixed term to 30 June 2022
- $84,882-$95,034 (full time rate) pro rata
- Level 6/7 TLC Emergency Welfare Foundation of WA (Inc.) EBA
Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service is an independent community legal centre specialising in Social Security law. We receive funding from the Commonwealth and State Governments. Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service is also funded to provide a tenant advocate service. We are looking to employ a solicitor (eligible for a practicing certificate in Western Australia) to work in all areas of our service for a fixed period up to 30 June 2022. Employment will be subject to a 3-month probation period.
Selection Criteria
Essential
- Holder of or eligible for a practising certificate in Western Australia.
- Knowledge of Social Security law and WA Residential Tenancies law or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.
- Demonstrated interest in and capacity to undertake litigation in tribunals and courts.
- Demonstrated advocacy and negotiation skills, as the role requires you to negotiate with government departments.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with vulnerable clients experiencing a broad range of social and legal issues.
- Ability to communicate legal concepts in a simple and succinct manner and modify communication style as indicated by the intended recipient.
- Excellent organisational skills, including both time management and file management.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and part of a team comprising legal and non-legal staff with a willingness to learn and share knowledge with others.
- Ability to prioritise competing workloads.
- Demonstrated commitment to ensuring access to justice for all members of the community.
Desirable
- Experience in a community legal service will be highly regarded.
- Post admission experience.
- Computer or keyboard skills and the ability to use products from the Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
- Flexibility and a sense of humour.
- Experience working with clients from a non-English speaking background, including interpreter interviews.
- Commitment to self-care and nurturing of a respectful and caring work environment.
Contact:
Kate Beaumont
(08) 9328 1751 / [email protected], using the subject line: Solicitor enquiry via EthicalJobs
Executive Officer
Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service
98 Edward St
PERTH WA 6000
A position description is attached.