Disability Liaison

About Ruah

Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia’s community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.

Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA’s biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.

By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.

About the Role

• The role will work collaboratively with both the Karlup Service team and Enhanced Services team to directly support clients living with disability to navigate services within Ruah and the community.
• The Enhanced Services team provides integrated and specialised support across all of Ruah’s Services including Family and Domestic Violence, Housing and Homelessness, and Mental Health and Wellness.
• Reporting to the Team Lead of Karlup Offerings, the Disability Liaison will work across both Karlup and Enhanced Services teams ensuring ease of access to services offered within Ruah.
• The Disability Liaison will work to support clients to navigate systems and assist with active referrals to external agencies. 

It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:

Essential

• Substantial experience in a similar role within the disability support sector, including demonstrated knowledge of disability related support services within the community.
• Demonstrated understanding of the intersection between disability and FDV, Homelessness and Mental Health.
• Capability to work effectively with a trauma and culturally informed model of service delivery.
• Ability to work using a person-centered approach and understanding of person-centered principles.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of reliability and contribute to the functioning of the team.
• Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of computer skills including Microsoft Office and client reporting system.

Desirable

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of diversity and social inclusion- including gender, sexuality, disability, cultural, age, and linguistic diversity and Aboriginal culture.
• Previous experience in working effectively with women who have experienced family and domestic violence and a sound understanding of the dynamics of family and domestic violence and the social and cultural context in which it occurs.

 Required compliance documents or certificates

• Current drivers’ license
• WA Working with Children Check
• National Police Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

How to apply 

We’d love to hear from you!

Please click apply, create your LiveHire profile, and submit your current CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages, helping us understand your fit for this role.

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th March 2026.

The Job advertisement may be closed earlier than the date mentioned above.

For further information please contact Emma McKelvey, Team Lead at emma.mckelvey@ruah.org.au.

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, we need people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right.  Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs. 

We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.