Indigenous Children and Families Officer at City of Armadale in Armadale

Job Title: Indigenous Children and Families Officer

This part-time, contract position through to 30 June 2014 attracts a salary in the range of $53,089 - $62,758 (pro-rata) per annum, dependant on skills and experience, plus up to 14.25% superannuation.

Qualifications/Training/Experience:

• Aboriginality is an essential requirement for this position authorized under Section 50.D of the Equal Opportunities Act 1984.
• Experience working with community programs, activities and events focused on children.
• Possession of a current National Police Clearance
• Senior First Aid Certificate
• Possession of Working with Children’s check
• Current C class Driver’s License

Skills & Knowledge:

• Understanding of early childhood growth and development
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Developed computer skills, including proficiency in use of Microsoft Office package
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-purpose community centre environment
• Ability to work as part of a team

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Assist with planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of activities which meet the objectives and deliverables of Indigenous Parenting Services.
• Assist with the collection of information/data for progress reports in accordance with the requirements of the FaHSCIA funding agreement.
• Assist with building networks to encourage key services to work in partnership with Indigenous Parenting Services delivered via the Champion Centre and in the community.
• Assist with encouraging vulnerable families to participate and provide support and advocacy so children can access services and attend activities.
• Assist with providing culturally appropriate information to ensure improved outcomes for children 0-12 years of age.
• Assist and participate in one off events such as Children’s Week, Child Protection Week, NAIDOC etc.
• Flexibility in scheduling working hours to accommodate attendance at related activities
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and promote safe work practices.
• Carry out duties in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation and City’s Code of Conduct.

How to apply;

Applications can be mailed to the:

Human Resources Manager

City of Armadale

Locked Bag 2

Armadale WA 6992

Deadline: 31/10/2013