The Pilbara Community Legal Service Inc. (PCLS) is a non-profit, government-funded community organisation that provides a range of free services which include legal advice, financial counselling, tenancy advocacy and support, domestic violence advocacy and support, migrant settlement and disability advocacy services. PCLS is a well-established and highly valued part of the Pilbara social infrastructure with offices in Karratha, Roebourne, South Hedland and Newman.

This position will give you the opportunity to live and work in the Pilbara that has a unique identity with a rich heritage and culture, in particular its diverse Indigenous and multi-cultural heritage.

This position is responsible for providing information, legal advice, casework and education across legal issues such as domestic violence, family and de facto law, child protection, wills and deceased estates, and criminal injuries compensation.

To be considered for interview this position you must possess the following five (5) essential requirements:

1. Current unrestricted Western Australia legal practicing certificate with a minimum of two (2) years’  post-admission experience.
2. Demonstrated experience in Family Law. 
3. Demonstrated skills in working with, and knowledge of, Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook and other data base entry systems.
4. High level, interpersonal and written communication skills.
5. High quality case management skills.

The following six (6) qualifications,  experience, and qualities are desirable:

1. Experience in Protection and Care matters, Restraining Order matters, wills and estate matters and  Criminal Injuries Compensation applications.
2. The ability to interact sensitively and effectively with a broad range of stakeholders including Aboriginal and CALD clients, community groups, Government and Non-Government agencies.
3. A socio-historical understanding of Aboriginal cultures and an understanding of issues facing Aboriginal people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
4. Previous involvement in the Community Legal Sector and knowledge of CLASS database.
5. Current ‘C’ Class Driver’s License.
6. A strong commitment to social justice and access to justice issues.