Provide trauma-informed support to women experiencing family violence in Alice Springs Enjoy 6 weeks of annual leave, relocation assistance, and salary sacrificing options Be part of a supportive team committed to community justice and systemic reform About Central Australian Women’s Legal Service (CAWLS) Central Australian Women’s Legal Service (CAWLS) is a dynamic Community Legal Centre catering to women in Central Australia and the Barkly Region, with offices in Alice Springs and Tennant Creek . Specialising in assisting women affected by Domestic and Family Violence, CAWLS adopts a holistic and culturally safe approach, offering services such as law reform, legal representation, client support, financial counselling, and community legal education. Join a supportive legal team of multicultural women from all across Australia who are dedicated to the mission of CAWLS to enable, educate, and empower women in navigating the legal system, and ensure the respect and consideration of women's rights. To learn more about us, please visit: https://cawls.org.au/ See the Impact Firsthand Want to understand the kind of work you’ll be part of at CAWLS? Explore our Impact Report to see how we: Supported over 1,500 women across Central Australia and the Barkly Region Launched new services like School Lawyers and Criminal Law outreach Partnered with health, education and community organisations to create real change Join a team making a measurable difference in the lives of women and families every day. About the Opportunity Central Australian Women’s Legal Service (CAWLS) is looking for a full-time Women’s Support Worker based in Alice Springs, NT . In this role, you’ll be responsible for providing non-legal support to women experiencing DFV at the Alice Springs Local Court, as well as assisting the CAWLS legal and Front of House teams to deliver holistic services to clients in crisis. More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing non-legal information and trauma-informed support at court Assessing immediate safety risks and developing safety plans Making referrals to appropriate community support agencies Preparing court reports based on client safety assessments Supporting CAWLS clients with housing and tenancy applications Responding to lawyer and staff referrals for non-legal support needs Undertaking risk assessments and working with child protection if required Assisting with client intake, data entry, and front-of-house administration Maintaining accurate and confidential client records Supporting organisational operations and continuous service improvement To read the full position description, please click here . About You To qualify, you will need a relevant tertiary qualification in social work (or an equivalent discipline) and/or demonstrated experience in a similar support role . Additionally, the following experience and skills will be highly valued: Experience working with people affected by DFV and the NT family violence service system Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and cultural safety Familiarity working with Aboriginal clients and remote communities Case coordination and support in high-risk, high-complexity environments Knowledge of the NT Domestic and Family Violence Act and safety frameworks Competency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and case management systems Ability to manage competing priorities with professionalism and empathy As our ideal candidate, you’ll be a strong communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills, especially when working with vulnerable individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. You’ll be proactive, collaborative, and capable of managing time-sensitive responsibilities as part of a multidisciplinary team. This is a rare opportunity to support women navigating complex legal and personal challenges — and contribute meaningfully to their safety and empowerment. Please note: This is a female-identified position under Sections 30 and 34 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984. You must also hold (or be eligible to obtain) a current NT Driver’s Licence , Ochre Card , and National Police Check . About the Benefits You will receive a competitive base salary plus 12% superannuation (commensurate with skills and experience), along with a great host of benefits, including: Relocation assistance up to $3,000 and support provided to make Alice Springs your new home Six weeks annual leave additional 12 days personal leave Salary Sacrificing options A supportive work environment with plenty of on-the-job training Paid professional development and upskilling opportunities High priority focus on employee wellbeing Team bonding events and great company spirit and culture Mentorship and training programmes Ready to Apply? The position is subject to satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period. If you are driven to support women facing violence and advocate for systemic change, we want to hear from you. Apply Now and make a meaningful difference in Central Australia!
