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• Aboriginal Support Worker
• Support Worker

Permanent Fulltime and Parttime is considered. Wellard WA 6170 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 The Support Worker / Aboriginal Support Worker provides culturally secure, trauma-informed support to individuals with AOD issues as they transition into the therapeutic community (TC) Modified Stabilization and Detox Program (M-StOX Program). They mentor and assist clients and their families, ensuring a structured, supportive, and culturally safe environment that aligns with therapeutic community principles. Aboriginal Support Workers bring cultural knowledge and advocacy to enhance support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. Pay Level is equivalent to Level 3 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. About you To see the FULL Selection Criteria, please view the JDF linked below [button open_new_tab="true" color="accent-color" hover_text_color_override="#fff" size="medium" url="https://www.palmerston.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JDF-Aboriginal-Support-Worker.docx" text="JDF – Aboriginal Support Worker" color_override=""]   Benefits

• Excellent salary packaging options, receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• 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
• Gender affirmation leave – 5 days paid
• 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: 27^th February 2025 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. Aboriginality is required for the Aboriginal Support Worker role, (section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act 1984). For further information on the position please contact Kristie Rowe on 08 9328 7355 or email krowe@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+SB are encouraged to apply. Palmerston has 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 wryder@palmerston.org.au.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

AOD Lived Experience (Peer) Worker Permanent Parttime, 7 days per fortnight, weekend work required shift are from 12:00pm to 8:00pm Location: St James Transitional Care Unit (East Metropolitan Health Service), Victoria Park 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 The AOD Lived Experience (Peer) Worker is a key member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) at the St James Transitional Care Unit (EMHS). They bring Lived Experience expertise to support consumers and carers dealing with alcohol and other drug (AOD) concerns. This role focuses on person-centred, recovery-focused, and trauma-informed care, actively contributing to the consumer’s care journey. Key Responsibilities:

• Use a Peer Work Framework to support recovery, including recovery and discharge planning.
• Provide direct AOD support to individual clients.
• Advocate for consumer perspectives within the MDT and external services.
• Work with consumers to provide feedback on recovery progress, barriers, and achievements.
• Assist with admissions, introductions, orientation, and coaching.

Pay Level is equivalent to Level 4 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. About you To see the FULL Selection Criteria, please view the JDF linked below [button open_new_tab="true" color="accent-color" hover_text_color_override="#fff" size="medium" url="https://www.palmerston.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JDF-Perth-AOD-Lived-Experience-Peer-Worker-October-2023.docx" text="JDF – Perth – AOD Lived Experience (Peer) Worker – October 2023" color_override=""] Benefits

• Excellent salary packaging options, receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• 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
• Gender affirmation leave – 5 days paid
• 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: 27^th February 2025 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 Rebecca Martin on 0436 367 909 or email mail@connectwanju.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 has 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 wryder@palmerston.org.au.

[vc_row type="in_container" full_screen_row_position="middle" column_margin="default" column_direction="default" column_direction_tablet="default" column_direction_phone="default" scene_position="center" text_color="dark" text_align="left" row_border_radius="none" row_border_radius_applies="bg" row_position_desktop="default" row_position_tablet="inherit" row_position_phone="inherit" overflow="visible" overlay_strength="0.3" gradient_direction="left_to_right" shape_divider_position="bottom" bg_image_animation="none"][vc_column column_padding="no-extra-padding" column_padding_tablet="inherit" column_padding_phone="inherit" column_padding_position="all" flex_gap_desktop="10px" column_element_direction_desktop="default" column_element_spacing="default" desktop_text_alignment="default" tablet_text_alignment="default" phone_text_alignment="default" background_color_opacity="1" background_hover_color_opacity="1" column_backdrop_filter="none" column_shadow="none" column_border_radius="none" column_link_target="_self" column_position="default" gradient_direction="left_to_right" overlay_strength="0.3" width="1/1" tablet_width_inherit="default" animation_type="default" bg_image_animation="none" border_type="simple" column_border_width="none" column_border_style="solid"][vc_column_text css="" text_direction="default"]Counsellor/Educator Both full-time and part-time contracts are available. Please specify your preferred contract terms in your cover letter. Location: Wellard 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 IAs a Counsellor Educator, you will play a crucial role in providing culturally secure and trauma-informed counselling, education, and support to consumers and their families. With a strong foundation in clinical knowledge and skills, you will apply evidence-based alcohol and other drug (AOD) counselling techniques while fostering therapeutic community principles to support sustainable change. Your responsibilities will include conducting assessments, delivering individual and group counselling, facilitating educational and therapeutic sessions, and collaborating with affiliated service providers through shared case management. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate clinical records, participating in case reviews, and contributing to ongoing professional development. As part of our commitment to high standards, you will actively support the implementation of the Alcohol and Other Drug and Human Services Standard (AODHSS) and the ATCA therapeutic community standards. This role includes participation in an on-call roster and requires a commitment to occupational health and safety practices. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals affected by AOD issues, we encourage you to apply. Pay Level is equivalent to Level 4 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. To see the FULL Selection Criteria, please view the JDF linked below. [button open_new_tab="true" color="accent-color" hover_text_color_override="#fff" size="medium" url="https://www.palmerston.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JDF-Farm-TC-Counsellor-Educator-October-2023-1.docx" text="JDF – Farm TC – Counsellor Educator – October 2023" color_override=""] Benefits

• Excellent salary packaging options, receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• 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
• Gender affirmation leave – 5 days paid
• 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: 19 February 2025 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 Kristie Rowe on email krowe1@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+SB 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 wryder@palmerston.org.au.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row type="in_container" full_screen_row_position="middle" column_margin="default" column_direction="default" column_direction_tablet="default" column_direction_phone="default" scene_position="center" text_color="dark" text_align="left" row_border_radius="none" row_border_radius_applies="bg" row_position_desktop="default" row_position_tablet="inherit" row_position_phone="inherit" overflow="visible" overlay_strength="0.3" gradient_direction="left_to_right" shape_divider_position="bottom" bg_image_animation="none"][vc_column column_padding="no-extra-padding" column_padding_tablet="inherit" column_padding_phone="inherit" column_padding_position="all" flex_gap_desktop="10px" column_element_direction_desktop="default" column_element_spacing="default" desktop_text_alignment="default" tablet_text_alignment="default" phone_text_alignment="default" background_color_opacity="1" background_hover_color_opacity="1" column_backdrop_filter="none" column_shadow="none" column_border_radius="none" column_link_target="_self" column_position="default" gradient_direction="left_to_right" overlay_strength="0.3" width="1/1" tablet_width_inherit="default" animation_type="default" bg_image_animation="none" border_type="simple" column_border_width="none" column_border_style="solid"][vc_column_text css="" text_direction="default"]Aboriginal Community Outreach Worker Permanent Full Time Location: Perth 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 at Palmerston Perth the Aboriginal Community Outreach Worker will deliver a culturally secure alcohol and drug service (AOD) to the community. The role includes outreach services and support to individuals and families struggling with alcohol and other drug issues, working with allied agencies including referrals and shared care. It will complement allied services by providing reciprocal referral pathways, consultation and shared care for Aboriginal people. Pay Level is equivalent to Level 4 – Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. To see the FULL Selection Criteria, please view the JDF linked below. [button open_new_tab="true" color="accent-color" hover_text_color_override="#fff" size="medium" url="https://www.palmerston.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JDF-Aboriginal-Community-Outreach-Worker-Perth.docx" text="JDF – Aboriginal Community Outreach Worker (Perth)" color_override=""] Aboriginality is a genuine qualification for this position under the section 50 (d) of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act (1984). Benefits

• Excellent salary packaging options, receive up to $15,900 plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• 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
• Gender affirmation leave – 5 days paid
• 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: Monday 17 February 2025 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 Rebecca Martin on 0436 367 909 or email rmartin@connectwanju.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+SB 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 wryder@palmerston.org.au.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Volunteer Dentist – Palmerston Oral Health Project Commitment: Half a day per week (flexible; expressions of interest welcome) Location: St Patrick’s Community Support Centre (St Pat’s) About Us: The Palmerston Oral Health Project is a partnership between Palmerston Association and St Patrick’s Community Support Centre (St Pat’s), evaluated by a research team from The University of Notre Dame. The project focuses on restoring the smiles of individuals in Palmerston’s residential treatment program, providing essential oral health care in a trauma-informed, compassionate environment. We are seeking a dedicated Volunteer Dentist to work alongside our St Pat’s dental nurse in offering high-quality, pro bono dental care. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most. Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a pro bono dental clinic at St Pat’s Oral Health Clinic, with the aim of treating 5 clients per clinic (negotiable)
• Provide dental care to clients referred from Palmerston Farm TC ensuring the highest standards of treatment and safety
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, ensuring adherence to Australian healthcare regulations
• Create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere where clients feel comfortable discussing their oral health concerns without fear of judgement.
• Committed to signing and abiding by the St Pat’s Volunteer Registration Service agreement, the Palmerston agreement and relevant policies and procedures
• Provide ethical and safe trauma informed dental service in line with APHRA registration and legal responsibilities
• As the responsible dentist ensure the clinic has adequate infection control
• Provide and update Palmerston on individual police clearance, professional insurance details and professional registration details.

  Requirements:

• Relevant Qualifications and registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a dentist.
• A compassionate, welcoming and non-judgmental approach to patient care
• Commitment to professional ethics and confidentiality
• Current professional indemnity insurance covering dental practice in Australia

To see the FULL Selection Criteria, please view the JDF linked below. [button open_new_tab="true" color="accent-color" hover_text_color_override="#fff" size="medium" url="https://www.palmerston.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/JDF-Volunteer-Dentist.docx" text="JDF – Volunteer Dentist" color_override=""]   What we offer

• A supportive, welcoming environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of clients.
• All out-of-pocket expenses covered.
• Opportunity to work within a trauma-informed, community-focused program.

  To apply If you’re passionate about providing quality dental care and supporting individuals in need, please either apply through seek with your expression of interest, along with your resume and relevant qualifications, or email jobs@palmerston.org.au. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to restore smiles and promote health in the Palmerston community. 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 Emma Jarvis on 0432 164 386 or email ejarvis@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 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.