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The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Program Co-ordinator oversees the ongoing delivery and review of the QAS Indigenous Paramedic Program (IPP), Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Paramedic Program and Indigenous employment pathways.

The role is required to design, support, and review the recruitment of IPP and CALD cadets, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment pathways, co-ordinate specific induction programs and manage tertiary providers and associated education components.

Job details

We are seeking applicants who, within the context of the role responsibilities, possess the following key attributes:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culturally diverse communities in the pre-hospital environment.
• Proven ability to engage and build trust with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and stakeholders to enable consultation and collaboration on educational pathways.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal and relationship management skills, including the ability to engage, influence and consult with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proven highly developed project management skills including the ability to set priorities, work independently, under pressure, achieve deadlines and successfully manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in developing, managing, and evaluating targeted employment and educational programs, including RTO, VET, tertiary, school-based and alternative entry pathways.
• Ability to provide professional guidance and leadership in a culturally sensitive manner and expert advice when consulted on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education requirements.

The following mandatory requirements, special conditions and/or other requirements apply to this role:

• Possession of a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) or equivalent is mandatory. Applicants without this qualification must have the ability to acquire a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment immediately upon appointment.
• Applicants are required to hold an open Queensland “C” Class Driver's Licence (for a manual motor car) prior to the closing date for applicants. Interstate and international applicants must hold an equivalent licence at the time of applying and will be expected to obtain a Queensland Driver's Licence upon appointment.
• Whilst not mandatory, the possession of relevant tertiary or postgraduate qualifications in human resource management, education, conflict resolution and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culturally safe organisational practice along, with relevant experience will be highly regarded.
• The incumbent may be required to travel on official business and work outside of business hours as required, including weekends.
• Position may require travel to provide support to IPP/CALD cadets and educational pathway participants across the state.
• Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged to apply.

Full Job Description

Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?  

For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.  

As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation’s unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.  

St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products with revenue of about $500 million across 17 different services, and a team of 8500 including 3500 paid team members and 5000 volunteer team members.   

Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including:  

• 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement,  
• 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work,  
• 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most.   

The Opportunity

St John WA have multiple opportunities available for qualified and experienced Ambulance Paramedics.

Our Paramedics are courageous, caring, confident and patient and put themselves on the front-line of pre-hospital medical care every day, making life changing decisions. Our Paramedics work collaboratively with the broader St John WA organisation and other health care and emergency service organisations to provide quality, patient centred care to the Western Australian community.

Please note, due to operational demands successful applicants will be rostered to and required to work in the South Metropolitan Area. Applicants that reside outside of this area will be expected to travel to these locations.

Candidate Eligibility and Criteria

To be considered candidates must have;

• Completed a degree in Paramedicine from a recognised AHPRA approved programs of study course provider or recognised international education provider;
• Professional registration with the Paramedicine Board of Australia, or willingness to obtain;
• Minimum of 2 years' recent on road experience (within the past 12 months) with a recognised jurisdictional ambulance service as a paramedic, ESSENTIAL;
• Hold a drivers license with no restrictions and no more than 6 demerit points if an Australian drivers licence, or equivalent; and

Please note, we are now accepting applications from candidates who do not currently have Australian Working Rights. Candidates will need to meet visa eligibility requirements, including age and qualifications, as outlined by the Department of Home Affairs.