Help create a safe, healthy and psychologically supportive workplace.  

At Women's Safety Services SA (WSSSA), we share a vision for a society where women and their children live safely and thrive in communities free from all forms of violence.  

Every day, our teams provide critical support to women and children affected by domestic and family violence.  Behind that work is a dedicated workforce whose wellbeing is fundamental to our success.  We are seeking an experienced Work Health & Wellbeing Coordinator to help strengthen the systems, practices and initiatives that support the physical and psychological wellbeing of our employees. 

This is an opportunity to combine your professional expertise with genuine social impact, and make a meaningful contribution to a respected South Australian not-for-profit organisation with a life-changing purpose.  

THE ROLE

This is a rare part-time opportunity where you can apply your Work, Health & Wellbeing expertise within a purpose-driven organisation that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of women and children across South Australia.  

Working as part of our People & Culture team, you will coordinate and contribute to a broad range of Work, Health & Wellbeing and Return to Work initiatives that support a healthy, engaged and resilient workforce.  You will work closely with managers and employees across the organisation to strengthen safety systems, promote a positive safety culture, support employee wellbeing and ensure compliance with legislative requirements.  

Recognising the nature of the work undertaken across our services, the role also has a strong focus on psychological health and wellbeing, including supporting the organisation's approach to managing psychosocial risks and maintaining a trauma-informed workplace.  

This is an excellent opportunity for a WHS professional who enjoys building relationships, influencing positive workplace outcomes and contributing to an organisation with a strong social purpose. 

We are open to appointing this role between 0.6-0.8 FTE, allowing flexibility to suit the successful candidate's lifestyle and commitments.  The role is primarily based at our Mile End Head Office.    

A full position description can be found HERE

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in this exciting role, you will be a practical and proactive WHS professional who enjoys building relationships, influencing positive safety outcomes and supporting a values-driven workforce.  

• Qualification in WHS or HR and /or related experience commensurate with the position.
• Return to Work Coordinator Accreditation
• Demonstrated sound knowledge and experience in contemporary Health, Safety and Wellbeing practices, including the ability to interpret and apply WHS legislation codes of practice, and standards (e.g. Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations).
• High level of initiative, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities. 
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport.  
• Initiative to pursue professional development goals & maintain up to date knowledge of changes in the WHS & Wellbeing arena.
• A current drivers licence, and be eligible for, or hold a DHS Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance.

WHY CHOOSE WOMEN’S SAFETY SERVICES SA?

We are proud to offer the following benefits to our valued staff:

• Level 4 Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Award - Annual salary $55,371 - $73,829 pro rata / $92,286 Full Time Equivalent
• Generous above award Enterprise Agreement entitlements: Including • 5 Wellbeing days • 6 weeks paid parental leave • Paid Domestic & Family Violence Leave • First Nations Ceremonial, and Cultural leave
• Salary Packaging Options: up to $15,900 tax free and other incentives available
• Commitment to work life balance: flexible hours/ ways of working
• Career Development Opportunities: promotion opportunities, on the job and in-house training.
• Women’s led organisation: client-centered, strengths based, diverse, trauma-informed, supportive and responsive
• Specialist Trauma-informed Employee Assistance Program

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must include your resume and a cover letter, addressing the person specification within the position description. 

Applications will be reviewed as received and the position closed earlier should a suitable candidate be found. 

WSSSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to building our strengths through a diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, applicants of culturally diverse backgrounds, those with disability, and gender diverse applicants are strongly encouraged apply.