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SalaryAbout Wanslea
Wanslea was founded in Western Australia 80 years ago and offers services across WA. We are a compassionate, caring organisation that supports families and their children with a diverse range of programs. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and actively seek to engage people who share our values; we Care, we Collaborate, we are Accountable, we have Courage, we Celebrate.
You must be of aboriginal descent to be considered for this position as per section 50d of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
Why join Wanslea?
• Opportunity to work with dedicated and purpose-driven people and a rewarding team culture
• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation that is passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Permanent, part time (30hours per week)
• Office location: Rockingham
• Starting salary from $95,610 per annum pro rata + superannuation
• Generous NFP salary packaging opportunities
• Comprehensive induction and orientation
• Ongoing professional development and in-house training
• Extra paid break between Christmas and New Year
• Many additional employee benefits including discounted childcare rates at our amazing early learning and development centres, ability to purchase additional leave, mental health leave, paid parental leave, income protection insurance and an Employee Assistance Program
About you
The successful candidate will hold a degree / qualification in health promotion, community development or related discipline and/or significant experience. They will also demonstrate the following skills and experience:
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander; identifies as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander or is accepted as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander in the community in which they live
• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal families as well as established links to the Aboriginal community
• Demonstrated experience in designing community engagement frameworks for health, education and/or community organisations
• Experience in coordinating and facilitating consumer and community engagement events and activities within an allocated budget
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and evaluate community awareness programs
• Demonstrated understanding of the National Disability Insurance Scheme and the needs of children and families with a disability
The Role
As a Family Liaison Officer, you will:
• Capture the voice and experiences of community to shape the understanding of issues and ensure Aboriginal families and children’s voices are heard
• Develop and implement a Community Capacity Building Plan incorporating community engagement, partnerships and community building strategies
• Liaise with internal and external services to maintain relevant links and networks to strengthen services for children with developmental delay or disability and their families to ensure effective referral pathways
• Work collaboratively with a range of key stakeholders to develop region wide initiatives that are consistent with meeting identified needs in the community and the objectives of the service
You will also need:
• NDIS worker screening
• Current satisfactory National Police Clearance
• Current Working with Children Card
• Provide a current WA C Class Driver’s Licence
• Demonstrate your understanding of ‘child safe’ environment
If you have a genuine passion for advocating for and empowering children and their families…
Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Job Description.
Applications close: 18 April 2024
To learn more about Wanslea visit: http://www.wanslea.org.au
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Wanslea reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
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"Through opportunity and community, we grow people."
Wanslea encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.
