About us

Zonta House Refuge Association (Zonta House) is a specialist provider of family and domestic violence (FDV) services. Our purpose, values and services have been informed through 40 years of experience, the needs of women in our community and research in leading practice.

Zonta House provides a suite of services for women experiencing FDV that reinforce one another and represent the core of Zonta House’s work. That is, when the voices of women are heard, our responses uphold dignity, builds on safety, and challenges the drivers of abuse. Victim/Survivors of FDV are able to access responsive and person-centred support based on their needs to build a future free from abuse.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual who is driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of people with disabilities affected by family, domestic and sexual violence. 

The Disability & Inclusion Advocate will provide holistic and streamlined throughcare support for people with disabilities accessing our accommodation and outreach services. This role will work collaboratively with other programs, provide guidance and assistance within the organisation, and act as a disability advocate.

The D&I Advocate will assist the Senior Advocate in the program to enhance the capabilities of both specialist and mainstream workforces to identify and respond effectively to family and domestic violence involving people with disabilities. This role is a part of the new Diversity and Inclusion Support Program for people living with disability and people identifying as LGBTIQA+ in Zonta House programs. 

This is a full-time position on a fixed-term contract until June 2026, with the possibility of an extension. This role will be based in Bentley with some travelling required across the Perth Metropolitan.

Key Selection Criteria

1. Cert III (or working towards a qualification) in Community Services or related discipline or have diverse lived experience or cultural expertise and are looking to engage in a formal study. 
2. Experience in disability support roles in residential care, community-based services, day programs, or employee support services for people with disabilities. 
3. Experience working with individuals who have experienced family, domestic and sexual violence, mental health, alcohol and other drugs, and/or crises in their lives. desirable
4. An ability to provide holistic support using a Strengths-Based Therapy approach and trauma-informed practice.
5. Experience in supporting clients to achieve their goals or aspirations through the provision of quality service. 
6. Knowledge of referral pathways and community services; and demonstrate an ability to provide clients with high-quality service and appropriate referrals.
7. A comprehensive understanding of the appropriate relationship boundaries with clients and other service providers and the ability to work within the constraints of the job role.
8. Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and adjust personal style in response to client differences.

The successful candidate will need to possess:

• National Police Clearance Certificate
• Working with Children's Card
• WA driver's license with good driving records

The Benefits

• Extra tax savings with NFP Salary Packaging available up to $15,900
• Family-friendly and flexible working conditions
• Opportunities for career development, supervision, professional development and training
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential well-being support
• An inclusive culture of dedicated and caring team members

To apply for this position

Simply click the 'Apply now' button and submit a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (no longer than two pages) and your current resume. Applications with no selection criteria addressed will not be accepted.

Zonta House promotes a workplace that values and fosters the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people of all ages.

If you have a specific query, contact Kombe Musonda, Team Leader on 0405 644 689.

Zonta House reserves the right to commence interviews with suitable applicants immediately.