Role Title: Legal Intern - Legal Policy
Organisation: Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service WA (WRASWA)
Internship Period: Summer (November - December)
Location: Perth 6000
We are seeking a legal intern to assist us with a range of activities to contribute towards the work we undertake. A primary focus will be on updating and evaluating legal policies and procedures at WRASWA.
The intern will also assist with legal research and drafting under direct supervision of solicitors. Involvement with case work will assist the intern to develop a deeper understanding of the work we do and importantly the people we assist. The applicant must have excellent communication skills to fulfil this role.
Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service (WA) is a not-for-profit community legal centre that provides independent advice, information, referral, representation and advocacy in relation to Centrelink, Family Assistance, Tenancy and Social Security prosecution matters. Welfare Rights & Advocacy Service is the trading name for the incorporated association, TLC Emergency Welfare Foundation of Western Australia (Inc.).
Our vision: A just and compassionate society.
Our mission: Eliminating disadvantage by assisting people to realise their rights to income and housing.
Our values: We are committed to:
• Client focused ethical practice;
• Social justice and human rights principles;
• Empowering people;
• Collaboration and community engagement; and
• Innovation and creativity.