Respect, Excellence, Celebration, Compassion, Acceptance, Professionalism.
Join an organisation that makes a real difference within the community.
Aboriginality is considered a genuine occupational qualification for this role as per Section 50D Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). Please do not apply unless you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Kalgoorlie/Leonora location - you must reside in Kalgoorlie or Leonora to be considered for this position.
About Centrecare
Centrecare is a not-for-profit organisation with over 300 employees and is committed to delivering quality professional counselling, support, accommodation, mediation and training services in over 11 locations across the Perth metropolitan, Goldfields, Esperance and South West regions.

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as an Aboriginal Engagement and Support Officer. As a reputable and values-driven organisation, we are committed to providing holistic throughcare support to Aboriginal families, cultures, and communities.
A Few Specifics:

• Provide thorough support focusing on Indigenous wellbeing, community safety, and addressing intergenerational trauma within Aboriginal communities.
• Actively engage clients, manage referrals, respond to crises, maintain documentation, and co-facilitate educational sessions for groups and community events.
• Manage a small caseload, including identified case management requirements, and contribute to integrated service responses for Aboriginal families.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring cultural sensitivity in all interactions.

Selection Criteria

• Proven experience and expertise in collaborating with Aboriginal individuals, families, and communities.
• Extensive community engagement background, demonstrating adaptability in outreach environments.
• Knowledge of the impact of domestic violence on individuals and families.
• Comfortable mentoring young people and fostering positive relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with partnering agencies.
• Previous experience living and working in remote/regional communities.
• Valid Working with Children check.
• Current National Police Clearance or willingness to obtain one.

Benefits

• Regional zone allowance
• Accommodation support of $300 per week for 12 weeks
• Comprehensive training and professional development.
• Four weeks annual leave inclusive of a 17.5% leave loading
• Five days additional paid leave pro rata
• Twelve weeks paid maternity leave
• Discounted corporate health cover by Bupa and Medibank
• Study leave of five hours per week after two years of service
• Insurance cover to and from work
• Clinical and Management Supervision
• Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply
Click apply to be directed to our online jobs board to view further details on the vacancy and to complete your application.
Position Closes: 13th April 2025
Shortlisting will commence upon receipt of applications, Centrecare reserves the right to close the position early if needed.

Should you have any queries, please contact Human Resources on (08) 9288 2244
At Centrecare:
Children feel Valued, Heard, and Safe: Centrecare is fully committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, child safe cultures and practices. harm. Centrecare also believes that all children are valuable and worthy of respect. It strongly supports the rights of the child and is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children who are in contact with or receive its services.
We are Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
We support the Uluru Statement from the Heart: We are committed to walking alongside First Nations people to support a more inclusive Australia and Closing the Gap.
www.centrecare.com.au