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[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" menu_anchor="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id="" background_color="" background_image="" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_mp4="" video_webm="" video_ogv="" video_url="" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" overlay_color="" video_preview_image="" border_color="" border_style="solid" padding_top="" padding_bottom="" padding_left="" padding_right=""][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" background_color="" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" padding_top="" padding_right="" padding_bottom="" padding_left="" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" class="" id="" animation_type="" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="true" min_height="" hover_type="none" link="" border_sizes_top="" border_sizes_bottom="" border_sizes_left="" border_sizes_right="" first="true"][fusion_text]Aboriginal Diversion Officer Part time, 69 hours per fortnight Location: Thornlie   This appointment will be made under a Section 50(d) exemption of the Equal Opportunity Act.     About Us 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. Based at the South East Metro Community Alcohol and Drug Service in Thornlie and Armadale, the role offers information and support to people who have been in contact with the justice system. The successful applicant will have the ability to work with people in regards to alcohol or other drugs. A strong sense of connection with the Aboriginal community is essential, along with good communication and yarning skills. Applicants with interest and experience in the alcohol and other drug field or justice system are well suited to this role.   The position involves encouraging eligible people to consider the alcohol and other drug court diversion program, liaising with court staff, conducting assessments for the program and following up with clients.   Pay Level is equivalent to Level 4 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. To see the FULL Selection Criteria, please see the link below to the JDF. JDF - SEMCADS (Thornlie Armadale) Aboriginal Diversion Officer Benefits

• Excellent salary packaging options, receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• 2 days life and wellness leave (pro rata)
• 6 weeks paid 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 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 staff
• Aboriginal Staff Forum for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff to connect and collaborate

  To 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 resume
• Submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the JDF
• Complete all application questions

  Closing date: 22/09/2023 Shortlisting will commencing 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. For further information on the position please contact Jason Standing on (08) 9267 2400 or email jstanding@palmerston.org.au 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 is currently preparing for accreditation for Rainbow Tick as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering safe and inclusive services for LGBTQI+ people. 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 our Executive Manager, Cultural Lead – Rohan Collard on 0432 349 145 or rcollard@palmerston.org.au.       [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" menu_anchor="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id="" background_color="" background_image="" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_mp4="" video_webm="" video_ogv="" video_url="" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" overlay_color="" video_preview_image="" border_color="" border_style="solid" padding_top="" padding_bottom="" padding_left="" padding_right=""][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" background_color="" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" padding_top="" padding_right="" padding_bottom="" padding_left="" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" class="" id="" animation_type="" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="true" min_height="" hover_type="none" link="" border_sizes_top="" border_sizes_bottom="" border_sizes_left="" border_sizes_right="" first="true"][fusion_text]Evaluation Framework Lead Fixed Term, part-time contract until June 2024 – Flexible hours.  A secondment arrangement can be considered. Location:  Flexible (will be required to travel to Palmerston branches occasionally). About Us Palmerston Association is a leading and respected not for profit provider of alcohol and other drugs services.  We have a rich and proud history of providing support through a range of services including counselling, groups, residential rehabilitation, and educational initiatives. We are currently looking for someone to support the implementation of ongoing organisational clinical processes to enable Palmerston to become a leader in the AOD sector through evidence-based practice, research and evaluation and through the delivery of ongoing service excellence. About the role This new position of Evaluation Framework Lead will review, analyse and implement the key recommendations of Palmerston’s Evaluation Framework strategy.  The role will support service delivery excellence across Palmerston’s operations by assisting with the implementation of Palmerston’s evaluation framework and strategy during 2023-24. This will involve working closely with Palmerston’s leadership team to develop appropriate strategies and implement the framework to embed new clinical evaluation tools across relevant Palmerston services.  This will require an understanding of the change management aspects and culture change required across Palmerston’s teams to utilise the new tools. To be successful in this role, you will need to be prepared to travel occasionally to a range of Palmerston branches in Perth metropolitan, South West and the Great Southern regions. Salary is negotiable based on relevant qualifications and experience. To see the FULL Selection Criteria, please view the JDF linked below. JDF Evaluation Framework Lead (1) Benefits

• Excellent salary packaging options, receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• 2 days life and wellness leave (pro rata)
• 6 weeks paid 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 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 staff
• Aboriginal Staff Forum for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff to connect and collaborate

To 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 resume
• Submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the JDF
• Complete all application questions

Closing date: 18/09/2023 Shortlisting will commencing straightaway, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  Palmerston reserves the right to close the position early if needed. The successful candidate must possess a National Police Clearance that was obtained within 3 months, and a valid WA Working with Children Check. For further information on the position please contact Andy Niblock on 6389 6600 or email aniblock@palmerston.org.au 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 is currently preparing for accreditation for Rainbow Tick as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering safe and inclusive services for LGBTQI+ people. 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 our Executive Manager, Cultural Lead – Rohan Collard on 0432 349 145 or rcollard@palmerston.org.au. [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" menu_anchor="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id="" background_color="" background_image="" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_mp4="" video_webm="" video_ogv="" video_url="" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" overlay_color="" video_preview_image="" border_color="" border_style="solid" padding_top="" padding_bottom="" padding_left="" padding_right=""][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" background_color="" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" padding_top="" padding_right="" padding_bottom="" padding_left="" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" class="" id="" animation_type="" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="true" min_height="" hover_type="none" link="" border_sizes_top="" border_sizes_bottom="" border_sizes_left="" border_sizes_right="" first="true"][fusion_text]Administration Officer Full-time Location: Albany   About Us 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 Based in Albany, the Administration Officer provides a positive and supportive first contact ‘face of the service’ to clients, staff and stakeholders, and performs administration duties such as client records, reception and switchboard.  The position is part of an administration team providing support services to the Great Southern Community Alcohol and Drug Service. Pay Level is equivalent to Level 3 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. To see the FULL Selection Criteria, please see link below to JDF. JDF -GSCADS - Albany - Administration Officer Benefits

• Excellent salary packaging options, receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• 2 days life and wellness leave (pro rata)
• 6 weeks paid 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 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 staff
• Aboriginal Staff Forum for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff to connect and collaborate

To 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 resume
• Submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the JDF
• Complete all application questions

Closing date: 14 September 2023 Shortlisting will commencing 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. For further information on the position please contact Deb Slade on 9892 2100 or email on dslade@palmerston.org.au 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 is currently preparing for accreditation for Rainbow Tick as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering safe and inclusive services for LGBTQI+ people. 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 our Executive Manager, Cultural Lead – Rohan Collard on 0432 349 145 or rcollard@palmerston.org.au   [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" menu_anchor="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id="" background_color="" background_image="" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_mp4="" video_webm="" video_ogv="" video_url="" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" overlay_color="" video_preview_image="" border_color="" border_style="solid" padding_top="" padding_bottom="" padding_left="" padding_right=""][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" background_color="" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_image="" background_repeat="no-repeat" padding_top="" padding_right="" padding_bottom="" padding_left="" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" class="" id="" animation_type="" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="true" min_height="" hover_type="none" link="" border_sizes_top="" border_sizes_bottom="" border_sizes_left="" border_sizes_right="" first="true"][fusion_text] ART AOD Case Worker Part-time Fixed Term until 30 June 2024 Location: Mandurah About Us 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 Working with MIND Australia, Palmerston has been engaged to deliver the AOD case management services as part of the ART team in the South Metro area. This wraparound care model aims to bridge the gap between clinical mental health services and community-based organisations who provide care outside of the hospital setting. The model recognises the benefits of stabilising and supporting individuals to remain well in the community, and incorporates alcohol and other drug, recovery, and peer support components. The multidisciplinary ART team (clinical & non-clinical) are co-located with existing service teams at the PeeL Health Campus working across both Peel and Rockingham health services. As the AOD Case Worker you will be experienced in AOD related counselling, education, and case management. Working as part of a small team you must be self-motivated and able to plan and prioritise a varied case load. You should have demonstrated success working in partnership with multidisciplinary clinical services along with well-developed case reporting and record keeping skills. You will have experience in assessment, direct therapeutic and/or clinical intervention tools, transition planning and referrals. Lived Experience applicants are encouraged to apply. This position is offered as an initial fixed term contract through until June 2024. The position is for 3 days per week, flexibility of work hours can be considered. Pay Level is equivalent to Level 4 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. To see the FULL Selection Criteria, please see link below to the JDF. JDF - Mandurah - AOD Case Worker (ART) Benefits

• Excellent salary packaging options, receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• 2 days life and wellness leave (pro rata)
• 6 weeks paid 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 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 staff
• Aboriginal Staff Forum for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff to connect and collaborate

To 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 resume
• Submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the JDF
• Complete all application questions

Closing date: 21 September 2023. Shortlisting will commencing 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. For further information on the position please contact Ainslie Wiegold on 08 9581 4010 or email awiegold@palmerston.org.au. 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 is currently preparing for accreditation for Rainbow Tick as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering safe and inclusive services for LGBTQI+ people. 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 our Executive Manager, Cultural Lead – Rohan Collard on 0432 349 145 or rcollard@palmerston.org.au [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]