Palmerston 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 role Possessing a high level of clinical knowledge and skills, the Senior Mental Health AOD Clinician's role is to provide clinical leadership and support to the team and line management activities as delegated by the Service Manager.
The role will support effective delivery of integrated AOD services Thornlie and Armadale and promote the close relationship between Palmerston and Next Step.
This is a position put in place specifically to support a branch leadership structure.
Pay Level is equivalent to Level 6 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010.
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 staffOpportunities to join and get involved in various working groups such as the Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group (RAP), Rainbow Community Initiative Committee, Environmental Working Group and the Disability Access Inclusion Policy Working Group.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 collaborateGender affirmation leave – 5 days paidTo apply If this sounds like the role for you then 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 cover letter addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the JDFComplete all application questionsClosing date: 2 January 2025
Shortlisting will commence straightaway, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
The successful candidate must possess a National Police Clearance that was obtained within 3 months, and a valid WA Working with Children Check.
We 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.
Palmerston now becomes the first and currently only AOD provider in Western Australia to receive the accreditation, marking a major milestone in the organisation's commitment to providing inclusive and accessible services for all.
If you would like to have a yarn on what it's like to work at Palmerston as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander employee at Palmerston, please contact Wayne Ryder on 08 9399 5344 or ******.
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