Parkerville Children and Youth Care is seeking a committed Aboriginal leader to join our team as Cultural Practice Lead. This is an important leadership role focused on strengthening cultural safety, connection to Country, and culturally responsive practice for Aboriginal children, young people, and families.
About the Role
The Cultural Practice Lead will work closely with the wider organisation, to ensure our work is guided by Aboriginal ways of knowing, being, and doing. You will help lead cultural planning across all services, including Our Way Home and the MIST program, which supports children and young people affected by child sexual abuse, family and domestic violence, and other adverse childhood experiences.
You will provide cultural leadership, advice, and mentoring to staff, helping build culturally safe practice across the organisation. You will also strengthen partnerships with Aboriginal community organisations and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, and contribute to a workplace culture that values learning, respect, and safety.
About You
This position is open to Aboriginal applicants only, as Aboriginality is a genuine requirement for the role. You will bring a deep understanding of Aboriginal family structures, kinship systems, and the impact of trauma on children, young people, families, and communities.
You will be confident in providing cultural consultation, mentoring others, and working collaboratively to support culturally safe and trauma-informed care. You will have a strong commitment to embedding Aboriginal perspectives in service delivery and to supporting staff to work in respectful and culturally responsive ways.
Why Join Us
This role is offered on a permanent part time (0.8) basis, working 5 days per week across our locations in Armadale and Rockingham, with presence at Perth metropolitan co-locations when required. You will be supported through regular training, reflective practice, and ongoing development opportunities.
Parkerville Children and Youth Care offers:
- SCHADS Schedule B Level 6 – $55.72 to $58.19 per hour.
- Discounted health insurance plans.
- Employee Assistance Program with wellness resources.
- Salary packaging of up to $15,900.
- Mobile phone, laptop, and pool/car access as required for the role.
We value psychological safety, open communication, collaboration, and a workplace where people can bring their authentic selves to work.
Other Information
Parkerville Children and Youth Care has zero tolerance for alcohol and drugs.
Applicants must be permitted to work and remain in Australia with no limitations.
Applications close at 4:00pm on Wednesday, 10th June 2026, however applications will be assessed as they are received and the vacancy may close earlier. Please contact Breanna Jackson-Reid via email on breanna-jacksonreid@parkerville.org.au if you would like more information.
Interviews will take place on 17th June.
This recruitment process may also be used to form a pool of suitable candidates for similar roles over the next 12 months.
Parkerville Children and Youth Care is committed to child safety, inclusion, and creating a respectful workplace for all. If you have any access or support requirements, alternative application formats such as storytelling or phone calls can be arranged by emailing recruitment@parkerville.org.au.
