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1. Annual Report 2019 - 2020

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Published: 15th October, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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2. Annual Report 2018 - 2019

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Published: 8th April, 2020

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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2018 to 2019 Facts and Figures

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How far we have come

To give some sense of where we are now, it is important to look at where we have come from in a short period of time, the transformation seen through the prism of the shift pre and post 2015, from 2010 to 2019, tells its own story:

Revenue
1144% ↑

Wungening has increased its revenue from $1.8million to $22.4million from 2010-2019.

Since 2017, Wungening’s revenue has increased by an extraordinary 450%.

Closing the Gap
70% 

Wungening has experienced substantial growth with a workforce made up of 70% Aboriginal people.

In context, the average number of Aboriginal people in employment in WA is 40%, nationally 46.6%. For non- Aboriginal people it is 76%.

FTE Growth
722% ↑

Since 2010, Wungening has increased its full time equivalent from 23 to 189.

Last year the Corporate Services Team recruited 150 people.

Client Numbers 681% ↑ or 27,754% ↑ including ReSet Family Centres

From 570 in 2010 to 154320 in 2019. That is 4449 clients not including service provision at ReSet Family Centres. The centres have seen 150,054 people in 2018/19.


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Total Clients

From 570 in 2010 to 154,320 in 2019. That is 4266 clients not including service provision at ReSet Family Centres. The centres have seen 150,054 people in 2018/19.

176

Children supported and accommodated at Wooree Miya safely away from FDV

13

Wungening service site locations

189

Full Time Equivalent positions at Wungening

92%

Children referred to Wungening Moort that have remained safely at home

2028

People supported to address alcohol or other drug problem use


ReSet – Prison Family Visitor Centres


Service Data

AOD

Clients

Occasions of Service

2,028

13,782

 

ReSet

Clients Supported

Occasions of Service

1,245

12,418

 

Wooree Miya

People escaping FDV accommodated

Safe nights of accomodation

281

9,058

Children (0 - 18) Unable to assist

176

155

Wungening Moort

Families

Clients/Parents

249

338

Children

Occasions

643

9,097 

Alliance Programs

BeyondYJS
Clients
Supported

Stronger 
Together
Clients Supported

1,337

736

FSN Intensive
Case Management

Assessment
and Coordination

357

2,056

Published: 19th February, 2020

Updated: 18th March, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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3. Annual Report 2017 - 2018

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Published: 5th February, 2020

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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4. Annual Report 2016 - 2017

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Published: 6th February, 2020

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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5. Annual Report 2015 - 2016

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Published: 7th February, 2020

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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6. Annual Report 2014 - 2015

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Published: 8th February, 2020

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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Armadale

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Address

Unit 11, 49 William Street, Armadale WA 6112

Office Hours

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Phone

08 6558 1000 

Email

[email protected]


Published: 28th November, 2019

Updated: 14th July, 2020

Author: Evie Wright

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Assertive Case Worker - Housing First

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About the Service

Housing First is an international model for housing and supporting people who have experienced long term and reoccurring homelessness and who face a range of complex challenges. It supports strategies to end homelessness and is a methodology for effectively assisting some of the most vulnerable people in our community.

The partnering agencies have a combined 130 years’ experience in the delivery of services to people experiencing disadvantage and holds knowledge, relationships, and processes that have supported all target groups extensively.

We are committed to:

  • Addressing rough sleeping in Perth through a Housing First Approach;
  • Aboriginal health and wellbeing, through genuine partnership with Aboriginal services and community members to support Aboriginal people out of homelessness;
  • Strengthening the system and working to a collective impact;
  • Working collaboratively with service providers and the community to find the best response to the challenge of rough sleeping in Perth; and
  • Local place-based solutions that meet the specific needs of people where they are located.

About the role

Assertive Case Worker Package

We are looking for people with front line experience to provide outreach and case work support interventions to clients in order to assist them in improving their mental health, general health and social wellbeing, accessing and maintaining housing, improving their quality of life, maximising self-management, independence and participation in the community.

How to apply

Apply now

All Enquiries should be directed to [email protected] 

If you would like to discuss an application, please contact Niall Rhatigan on 08 9221 1411  or email [email protected]

Wungening Aboriginal Corporation reserves the right to appoint this position prior to the application closing date or by invitation

Published: 16th February, 2021

Updated: 16th March, 2021

Author: Frances Walley

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Assertive Outreach Worker - AOD

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Peoples are strongly encouraged to apply

About the role

Assertive Outreach Worker Package

The focus of the AOD Assertive Outreach program is to provide support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples who are not currently accessing AOD/and or MH services; particularly young people (aged 12 to 25) in the Midland and Armadale area.

You will engage with clients face-to-face in an environment that is suitable for the individual (eg.park, community) and acknowledge and address the clients’ physical needs through appropriate referrals and/or care coordination. You will engage and consult with local communities on an ongoing basis to develop trust, build relationships and tailor services to meet local needs.

Skills and experience

  • Qualifications in a relevant discipline (Welfare, Community Services)
  • Education, training and/or extensive experience (min. 3 years in a professional work environment) in providing counselling and/or support work in a health or community service setting.
  • Extensive knowledge of Aboriginal culture, protocols, boundaries and experience working within the Aboriginal community.
  • Highly developed interview assessment and referral skills
  • Knowledge of the issues and services that relate to AOD affected people.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team

How to apply

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 28th April 2021

Apply now

All applications must be submitted through www.seek.com.au.

Contacts for enquiries

Enquiries should be directed to Brett Ingram (Manager – AOD Support Services) on (08) 9221 1411

Wungening Aboriginal Corporation reserves the right to appoint this position prior to the application closing date or by invitation

Published: 14th April, 2021

Author: Frances Walley

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Bandyup ReSet Family Support Centre

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95 Middle Swan Road
West Swan WA 6055

How to book a visit

To visit a family member or friend, phone Bandyup Prison’s Visit Bookings line:
Phone (08) 9374 8710
Booking line hours 8:30am–12pm and 12:30pm–3:45pm, Monday to Friday (Closed weekends and public holidays)

For more details on visits check out the Bandyup Family Centre brochure below!

Click for Bandyup Brochure

Published: 16th March, 2020

Updated: 6th October, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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Casuarnia ReSet Family Support Centre

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288 Orton Road 
Casuarina WA 6167

How to book a visit

To visit a family member or friend, phone Casuarina Prison’s Visit Booking Line:
Phone (08) 9411 5579
Booking line hours 7:30am–4pm, Monday to Friday (Closed weekends and public holidays)

For more details on visits check out the Casuarina Family Centre brochure below!

Click for Casuarina Brochure

Published: 16th March, 2020

Updated: 6th October, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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Coordinator Research and Evaluation - Business Services

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About the role

Coordinator Research and Evaluation Package

In light of Wungening’s recent extensive growth, and as part of the organisation’s ongoing quality improvement processes, we are in the process of establishing mechanisms to understand how effectively the programs delivered by Wungening are delivering outcomes and meeting their intended goals; and what our impact is. To achieve this we seek to establish culturally secure research and evaluation as integrated parts of program delivery and to implement an impact measurement framework.

This position will develop ways to establish and communicate Wungening’s evidence base by coordinating the design and implementation of research and evaluation projects.

Skills and experience

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably post graduate degree in, for example, social sciences, social research, social impact measurement, evaluation etc.
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of First Australian cultures and societies from a historical perspective and the issues which impact upon them in contemporary society.
  • Demonstrated experience evaluating programs/services, including Aboriginal programs.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply participatory action research and culturally responsive, values based empowerment evaluation processes and methods that strengthens capacity and supports cultural, social and emotional wellbeing.
  • Demonstrated experience translating research findings into action, promoting and informing best practice through transfer of knowledge; and building an evidence base.
  • Well-developed interpersonal communication skills and the ability to produce written and visual reports.
  • Excellent computer skills including the MS Office suite.

How to apply

Apply now

Contacts for enquiries

If you would like to discuss the application, please contact Lindey Andrews on 0400 417 343 or via email [email protected]

Wungening Aboriginal Corporation reserves the right to appoint this position prior to the application closing date or by invitation

Published: 1st April, 2021

Author: Frances Walley

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Counsellor / Educator - AOD Support

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Peoples are strongly encouraged to apply

The role

Counsellor Educator Package

The AOD Counsellor Educator is responsible for providing counselling and education services to clients with alcohol and other substance abuse issues. This will involve the Initial assessment of the client and their presenting situation in order to develop an appropriate counselling and case management intervention plan. You will also be required to work with internal and external stakeholders.

Essential skills and experience

  • Qualifications in a relevant discipline minimum Cert IV (Welfare, Community Service) with extensive experience (minimum of three years) in providing counselling.
  • Extensive experience working with Aboriginal people along with a comprehensive knowledge of Aboriginal culture, protocols and boundaries.
  • Highly developed interview assessment and referral skills
  • Knowledge of the issues and services that relate to AOD affected people.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
  • Current ‘C’ class WA drivers licence, National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, right to obtain Justice Department Clearance.

How to apply

Apply now

All applications must be submitted through www.seek.com.au

Contacts for enquiries

All enquiries should be directed to Brett Ingram (Manager – AOD Support Services) on 08 9221 1411

Wungening Aboriginal Corporation reserve the right to close applications prior to this date or to appoint through invitation

Published: 14th April, 2021

Author: Frances Walley

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East Perth (HQ)

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Address

211 Royal Street, East Perth WA 6004

PO Box 8105 PBC, WA 6849

Office Hours

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Phone

08 9221 1411

Fax

(08) 9221 1585

Email: [email protected]


Published: 28th November, 2019

Updated: 14th July, 2020

Author: Evie Wright

Location: 211 Royal Street, Perth, 6004

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Emergency Help Lines

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Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS)
Phone: 08 9442 5000
Toll Free: 1800 198 024

Parent Drug Information Service (PDIS)
Phone: 08 94425050

Health Direct (24 Hour Service)
Toll Free: 1800 022 222

Mental Health Services (24 Hour Service)
Phone: 1300 555 788
Toll Free: 1800 676 822

Crisis Care
Phone: 08 92231111
Toll Free: 1800 199 008(free call)

Women’s DV Helpline
(08) 9223 1188
1800 007 339 (free call)

Kid’s Help Line
1800 551 800

Men’s DV Helpline
(08) 9223 1199
1800 000 599 

Homelessness Advisory Service
1800 065 892

Sexual Assault Resource Centre
Admin: 08 6458 1820
Emergency Crisis line: 08 6458 1828
Free call number: 1800 199 888 

Published: 16th January, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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Family Support Worker (Family Support Network) – Alliance

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Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Peoples are strongly encouraged to apply

About the Service

Wungening Aboriginal Corporation in partnership with Centrecare Incorporated, have established an integrated approach to delivering the Department of Communities – Child Protection and Family Support (CPFS) Building Safe and Strong Families: Earlier Intervention and Family Support Strategy (the EIFS Strategy).

The overarching outcome will be to have children living in safe, stable nurturing environments, achieving good life outcomes, protecting from abuse and neglect and to support families and individuals who are at risk of crisis. These services focuses on the needs of vulnerable Aboriginal children and families experiencing significant disadvantage and adverse consequences. Providing culturally secure, family focused services to support families to minimise risk to children and young people and to divert them from the child protection system.

About the role

Family Support Worker Application Package

To provide a culturally appropriate family support outreach service to assist families with children aged 0-17 to engage and assist them to build their capacity as parents and provide protection to their vulnerable and at risk children.

Essential

  • Experience working in family support, including parenting skill development and a qualification in a relevant area at Certificate IV or higher
  • Demonstrated experience providing intensive in-home support to children, young people and families, especially Aboriginal families.
  • Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve positive community outcomes.
  • Demonstrated experience providing strength-based and culturally secure services to children, young people and families.

How to apply

Applications close Wednesday 28th April 2021

Apply now

All applications submitted through www.seek.com.au

Contacts for enquiries

If you would like to discuss an application, please contact Mabel Hayles 08 9221 1411 

Wungening Aboriginal Corporation reserves the right to appoint this position prior to the application closing date or by invitation

Published: 14th April, 2021

Author: Frances Walley

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Hakea ReSet Family Support Centre

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Nicholson Road
Canningvale WA 6155

How to book a visit

To visit a family member or friend, phone
Hakea Prison’s Visit Bookings line:
Phone 1800 050 155
Booking line hours 8:30am–12pm and 12:30–4:15pm, Monday to Friday (Closed weekends and public holidays)

For more details on visits check out the Hakea Family Centre brochure below!

Click for Hakea Brochure

Published: 16th March, 2020

Updated: 25th November, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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Helpful Contacts

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Counselling

Wungening AOD program
T: (08) 92211411


DV Advocacy Counselling (Nardine)
T: (08) 9472 9470


DV Children’s Counselling (Pat Giles)
T: (08) 6444 7684


DV Women’s Counselling (Pat Giles)
T: (08) 9300 1022


Relationships Australia WA
T: (08) 9489 6363 / 1300 364 277 (Info Line)


Waratah Support Centre (Bunbury)
T: (08) 9791 2884 / 1800 017 303 (Country)


Multicultural

Multicultural Women’s Advocacy Service(MWAS)
T: (08) 9328 1200


Tenancy WA Support

Tenancy WA
T: (08) 9221 0088 / 1800 621 888 (Country)


Ruah Tenancy Support
T: (08) 9493 5021 / 1800 065 892 (Country)


1800 Respect National Sexual Assault, Domestic & Family Violence Counselling Service
24/7 Call: 1800 737 732


Help Lines

Crisis Care
T: (08) 9223 1111 / 1800 199 008 (free call)


Women’s DV Helpline
T: (08) 9223 1188 / 1800 007 339 (free call)


Kid’s Help Line
T: 1800 551 800


Men’s DV Helpline
T: (08) 9223 1199 / 1800 000 599


Entry Point
T: (08) 6496 0001 / 1800 124 684


Sexual Assault Resource Centre Admin
T: (08) 6458 1830


Emergency Crisis line
T: 08 6458 1828
Free call number T: 1800 199 888


Police

Missing Person’s Unit
T: (08) 9267 5800


Police Headquarters
T: (08) 9222 1111 / 131 444


Legal/Counselling

DVAS Central
T: (08) 6496 0001 / 1800 124 684


DV Legal Unit (LEGAL AID)
T: (08) 9261 6254 / 1300 650 579


Women’s Law Centre of WA
T: (08) 9272 8800 / 1800 625 122 (Country)

Published: 6th December, 2019

Updated: 12th February, 2020

Author: Evie Wright

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Melaleuca ReSet Family Support Centre

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Nicholson Road
Canning Vale WA 6155

How to book a visit

To visit a family member or friend, phone Melaleuca’s Visit Bookings line:
Phone (08) 6258 0205
Booking line hours 9:30 –3:30pm, Monday to Friday (Closed weekends and public holidays)

For more details on visits check out the Melaleuca Family Centre brochure below!

Click for Melaleuca Brochure

Published: 23rd April, 2020

Updated: 11th November, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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Midland

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Address

1/32 The Crescent, Midland WA 6056

Office Hours

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Phone

08 6330 7070

Email

[email protected]


Published: 28th November, 2019

Updated: 14th July, 2020

Author: Evie Wright

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Mirrabooka

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Address

1/14 Chesterfield Road, Mirrabooka WA 6061

Office Hours

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Phone

08 6558 1041

Email

[email protected]

Published: 29th November, 2019

Updated: 14th July, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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Our Hubs

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Armadale

Unit 11, 49 William Street
Armadale WA 6112

Office Hours:

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Ph: 08 6558 1000

Email: [email protected] 



East Perth

211 Royal Street
East Perth WA 6004

Office Hours:

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Ph: (08) 9221 1411

Fax: (08) 9221 1585

Email: [email protected]



Midland

1/32 The Crescent
Midland WA 6056

Office Hours:

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Ph: 08 6558 1000

Email: [email protected] 



Mirrabooka

1/14 Chesterfield Road
Mirrabooka WA 6061

Office Hours:

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Ph: (08) 6558 1041

Email: [email protected] 

Email: [email protected] 



Rockingham

4/13 Mackinnon Street
Rockingham WA 6168

Office Hours:

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Ph: (08) 6558 1090

Email: [email protected] 

Published: 2nd December, 2019

Updated: 19th February, 2020

Author: Frances Walley

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Recovery Program Worker (Solid Steps) - Alliance

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Peoples are strongly encouraged to apply

About the Service

The new Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Recovery and Rehabilitation Unit, located within Casuarina prison supports participants to develop and achieve their individual recovery plans through the Solid Steps AOD Recovery Program.

Wungening Aboriginal Corporation and Palmerston Association are the partners working closely with the Department of Justice to provide a community within the unit which facilitates a recovery focused, culturally responsive and safe program for participants. We are offering a number of opportunities to Recovery Program Workers (Support Workers) who want to be part of a meaningful and unique program which makes a difference in the lives of individuals and the community.

The role

Recovery Program Worker Package

Our Recovery Program teams will be supported by our Senior Recovery Educators to provide group and individual program activities in accordance with the service model. They provide guidance and support to participants in pursuit and achievement of program and individual goals through maintaining a positive, culturally safe presence.

Skills and experience

Our team of Recovery Program Workers will have;

  • Demonstrated capacity to work responsibly in accordance with service policy and procedures
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively and support with a range of people from culturally and linguistically (CALD) diverse backgrounds, in particular Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
  • Proven experience in group facilitation
  • Proven experience in the delivery of one on one support sessions
  • Understanding of motivational interviewing techniques and trauma informed care and practise
  • Comprehension of supporting individuals with complex and co-occurring needs

How to apply

Applicants must hold or be able to obtain a National Police Clearance and a Department of Justice Prison Clearance.

Applications close Wednesday 16th April 2021

Apply now

All applications must be submitted through www.seek.com.au

Contacts for enquiries

If you would like to discuss an application, please contact Mabel Hayles on 08 9221 1411 or email [email protected]

Wungening Aboriginal Corporation reserves the right to appoint this position prior to the application closing date or by invitation

Published: 8th April, 2021

Author: Frances Walley

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