Aboriginal Community Coordinator

1 month ago


Perth, Western Australia WANADA Full time
About Us

Palmerston Association is a leading not-for-profit provider of alcohol and other drug services, with a rich history of delivering support through various initiatives, including counselling, groups, residential rehabilitation, and educational programs.

About the Role

The Aboriginal Engagement Officer will deliver a culturally secure alcohol and drug service to the community, providing outreach services and support to individuals and families struggling with alcohol and other drug issues. The role involves working with allied agencies, including referrals and shared care, to complement existing services and provide reciprocal referral pathways, consultation, and shared care for Aboriginal people.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver culturally secure AOD services to the community
  • Provide outreach services and support to individuals and families
  • Work with allied agencies to provide referrals and shared care
  • Develop and maintain reciprocal referral pathways, consultation, and shared care for Aboriginal people
Requirements
  • Strong Aboriginal community-based experience and connection
  • Knowledge of alcohol and drug issues
  • Well-developed assessment and counselling skills
  • Ability to work with and be part of a team
  • Demonstrated organisational and time management skills
  • High-level communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel
Benefits
  • Excellent salary packaging options
  • 5 days life and wellness leave (pro rata)
  • 9 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer and 2 weeks partner parental leave after 12 months continuous service
  • Partial access to long service leave after 5 years continuous service
  • Flexible, family-orientated working conditions
  • Annual leave loading of 17.5% for award-based staff
  • Opportunities to join and get involved in various working groups
  • 2 days paid and 8 days unpaid cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff
How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter addressing the selection criteria, and complete all application questions. For further information, please contact Deb Slade on (08) 9892 2100 or email dslade@palmerston.org.au.



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