Palmerston Association – Aboriginal Community CoordinatorCounsellor/Educator (Youth)Permanent Part-time – 30.4 hours per fortnightLocation: KatanningGreat Southern Community Alcohol and Drug ServiceAbout UsPalmerston Association is a leading and respected not-for-profit provider of alcohol and other drug services.
We have a rich and proud history of providing support through a range of services including counselling, groups, residential rehabilitation, and educational initiatives.About the RoleThe Counsellor Educator's role is to provide culturally secure counselling, education, and support to individuals, families, and the local community, requiring a sound level of clinical knowledge and skills.Skills and Experience Experience working with young people and their familiesKnowledge of alcohol and drug issuesWell-developed assessment and counselling skillsAn understanding of prevention and willingness to promote itAbility to design and deliver activities to a range of audiencesAbility to work collaboratively within a teamDemonstrated organisational and time management skillsHigh-level communication skills, both verbal and writtenSound knowledge of Microsoft OfficeA valid driver's licence and willingness to travel Pay Level: Equivalent to Level 4 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010.For the FULL Selection Criteria, please refer to the JDF.Benefits Excellent salary packaging options: receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses5 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 servicePartial access to long service leave after 5 years continuous serviceFlexible, family-oriented working conditionsAnnual leave loading of 17.5% for award-based staffGender affirmation leave – 5 days paidOpportunities to join various working groups (e.g., Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group, Rainbow Community Initiative Committee)2 days paid and 8 days unpaid cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staffAboriginal Staff Forum for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff to connect and collaborate To ApplyIf this sounds like the role for you, click on the apply button on Seek!
Alternatively, you can submit your application at one of our branches.In your application, please ensure that you: Submit your resumeSubmit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the JDFComplete all application questions Closing Date: Friday, 11th October 2024The successful candidate must possess a National Police Clearance obtained within 3 months, and a valid WA Working with Children Check.For further information on the position, please contact Kerry Arundel at 9821 8306 or email ****** seek and welcome diversity and a breadth of experience and backgrounds in our teams.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply.Palmerston has recently been awarded accreditation against the Rainbow Tick Standards, becoming the first and currently only AOD provider in Western Australia to receive this accreditation.Contact for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Employees:If you would like to have a yarn about working at Palmerston as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander employee, please contact Wayne Ryder at 08 9399 5344 or ******.
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