Pictured: Some of the Broome team with Yawuru Elder Di Appleby and participants at the 2024 Reconciliation Week celebration in Broome.
Work with us
Our employees are the backbone of our organisation…
And at Far North we want all of our staff to feel rewarded and appreciated.
The success we have as an organisation in achieving our purpose is reflected directly in the commitment and passion of our staff.
Our staff embody our values and are committed to making a difference.
Broome Positions
Disability Support Worker- Broome Locals
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
About the Role
Far North Community Services is a registered NDIS provider founded, based and operating in the stunning Kimberley region. Our mission is to provide high quality, culturally sensitive support to individuals or families throughout the Kimberley region. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Disability Support Worker based in Broome.Broome Locals are encouraged to apply. Duties include, but are not limited to:- Understand how your role can ultimately support participants to live a good life.
- Support participants to make their own choices.
- Build the capacity of the participants' you work with so they can live the life they want.
- Provide support in accordance with the participants Individualised Support Plan in areas like daily life activities, personal care, medication management, community access, complex social circumstances etc.
- Provide supports in a culturally appropriate manner.
- Manage health & safety risks to participants, colleagues or yourself.
- Review quality of support and service provided.
- Meet all shift reporting, incident reporting and hand over requirements.
- Follow Company policies, processes and procedures
- Carry out tasks designated by Coordinator.
- Attractive renumeration commensurate with experience and qualifications
- The ability to salary package - meaning you can pay less tax and increase your take home pay
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
- By joining Far North, you will be part of an ever-growing organisation and industry - which can mean plenty of opportunities to explore!
- Access to a work mobile phone
- Working shift work entitles you to five weeks annual leave per year
- Payments above Award rates
- Remote allowance
- Generous penalty rates apply for evening and weekend shift work.
Required
- Experience supporting people with disability.
- Genuine desire to provide the best quality support for people with disability
- Willingness to commit to training and skill development
- Certificates in Provide First Aid & CPR
- Valid Driver's Licence
- NDIS Worker Screening
- National Police certificate (less than 3 months old)
- Immunisation Record
- WA Working with Children Card (if applicable)
- Manual Handling training
Qualifications Desirable
- Certificate III or higher in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent
- Specific high intensity disability certifications relevant to the skill descriptors
- Experience supporting people with complex care needs
- Understanding of the unique culture of the Kimberley region
- Certificates and recognised training in trauma-informed care
Derby/Fitzroy Crossing Positions
No positions available.
East Kimberley Positions
No positions available.
Therapy Positions
Senior Speech Pathologist- Kununurra
Job Type: Full-Time Contract
About the Role
Far North is the largest registered NDIS provider based in the iconic Kimberley and we continue to grow! We are a dynamic not-for-profit organisation that is founded, based and operating in the stunning Kimberley with therapy teams based in Kununurra.
Our mission is to provide high quality, culturally sensitive therapy intervention to individuals throughout the wide Kimberley region. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Senior Speech Pathologist who shares our values to join our team in Kununurra. Our aim is to be culturally aware and assist in building the capacity of the person, their families, their community and/or their support teams to develop the strengths of each individual to promote engagement within their community.
Living in the Kimberley Region
The Kimberley region offers one of the most diverse and breath-taking landscapes in the world. Hiking and swimming in waterholes in your time off - you’ll never run out of places to explore and adventures to go on.
The Role
Work within a transdisciplinary team of passionate therapists in Kununurra and throughout The Kimberley. We provide therapy in our well-equipped facilities but mainly visit our participants in their own homes or in the community. Furthermore, we provide therapy services in very remote areas and communities. Therefore we offer professional 4WD courses to make sure you have the best experience reaching your clients in our company cars on dirt roads or through river crossings. We also charter small private aircrafts to get you to some of the most remote and pristine communities that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work with children and adults who are culturally and linguistically diverse and have a wide range of disabilities.Position available:
- Senior Speech Pathologist (Kununurra)
Benefits
- Relocation allowance (within WA up to $2000 / up to $3500 depending on which state you are relocating from).
- Housing allowance and assistance to secure accommodation ($2 per hour on top of Salary).
- 20% Above Award salary.
- Work mobile phone and IT Resources provided.
- Uniforms provided.
- Professional development allowance $2000 plus five days study leave.
- Travel Allowance
- Salary sacrificing -meaning you can pay less tax and increase your take home pay
- Generous professional development allowance and supportive supervision structure
- Use of company pool car for work purposes as well as mobile phone and laptop
- Supportive transdisciplinary therapy team environment that values you and supports your development
- Travel opportunities to some of the most pristine areas of Australia
ONLY APPLICANTS CURRENTLY BASED IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Required
- Bachelor/Masters degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent
- Current membership with SPA (Full registration)
- Minimum 2 years in a similar role specifically mentoring/training staff across diverse portfolios.
- Demonstrated ability to implement evidence-based and family-centred therapy services for people with a disability.
- Experience developing, implementing, review and monitoring of individual plans that lead to goal achievement.
- NDIS Worker's Clearance (or willing to obtain one)
- Current Driver's Licence
- National Police Check (less than 3 months old)
- Working With Children Check (or willing to obtain one)
- Current First Aid Certificate including CPR
Qualifications Desirable
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills
- Experience supervising and/or mentoring other clinicians
- Ability to travel throughout the Kimberley including remote Communities may be required for this position.
- Vaccinated for Covid19 (Recommended 3 vaccinations)
Speech Pathologist- Broome
Job Type: Full-Time Contract
About the Role
Far North is the largest registered NDIS provider based in the iconic Kimberley and we continue to grow! We are a dynamic not-for-profit organisation that is founded, based and operating in the stunning Kimberley region.
Our mission is to provide high quality, culturally sensitive therapy intervention to individuals throughout the wide Kimberley region. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Speech Pathologist who shares our values to join our team in Broome. Our aim is to be culturally aware and assist in building the capacity of the person, their families, their community and/or their support teams to develop the strengths of each individual to promote engagement within their community.
Living in the Kimberley Region
The Kimberley region offers one of the most diverse and breath-taking landscapes in the world. Enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear ocean water and spot some whales, drive your car on the beach and watch the sunset with a locally brewed ginger beer, explore boasting stunning rivers and incredible national parks, go for a camping and fishing trip up the famous Cape Leveque - you’ll never run out of places to explore and adventures to go on.
The Role
Work within a transdisciplinary team of passionate therapists throughout the Kimberley region. We provide therapy services in our well-equipped facilities but mainly visit our participants in their own homes. Furthermore we provide therapy services in very remote areas and communities. Therefore we offer professional 4WD courses to make sure you have the best experience reaching your clients in our company vehicle on dirt roads or through river crossings. We also charter private aircrafts to get you in some of the most remote and pristine communities that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work with children and adults who are culturally and linguistically diverse and have a wide range of disabilities.
Positions available:- 2x Speech Pathologists (Broome)
Benefits
- Relocation allowance (within WA up to $2000 / up to $3500 depending on which state you are relocating from).
- Housing allowance and assistance to secure accommodation ($2 per hour on top of Salary).
- 20% Above Award salary.
- Work mobile phone and IT Resources provided.
- Uniforms provided.
- Professional development allowance $2000 plus five days study leave.
- Travel Allowance
- Salary sacrificing -meaning you can pay less tax and increase your take home pay
- Generous professional development allowance and supportive supervision structure
- Use of company pool car for work purposes as well as mobile phone and laptop
- Supportive transdisciplinary therapy team environment that values you and supports your development
- Travel opportunities to some of the most pristine areas of Australia
ONLY APPLICANTS CURRENTLY BASED IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Required
- Bachelor degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent
- Current membership with SPA (Full registration)
- NDIS Worker's Clearance (or willing to obtain one)
- Current Driver's Licence
- National Police Check (less than 3 months old)
- Working With Children Check (or willing to obtain one)
- Current First Aid Certificate including CPR
Qualifications Desirable
- Excellent interpersonal manner and cross-cultural skills for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills
- Ability to travel throughout The Kimberley including remote Aboriginal Communities may be required for this position.
- Demonstrated ability to implement evidence-based and familycentred therapy services for people with a disability
- Experience developing, implementing, review and monitoring of individual plans that lead to goal achievement
- Experience working with people with disabilities
- Vaccinated for Covid19 (Recommended 3 vaccinations)
Senior Occupational Therapist- Kununurra
Job Type: Full-Time Contract
About the Role
About the RoleFar North is the largest registered NDIS provider based in the iconic Kimberley and we continue to grow! We are a dynamic not-for-profit organisation that is founded, based and operating in the stunning Kimberley with therapy teams based in Kununurra.
Our mission is to provide high quality, culturally sensitive therapy intervention to individuals throughout the wide Kimberley region. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Senior Occupational Therapist who shares our values to join our team in Kununurra. Our aim is to be culturally aware and assist in building the capacity of the person, their families, their community and/or their support teams to develop the strengths of each individual to promote engagement within their community.
Living in the Kimberley Region
The Kimberley region offers one of the most diverse and breath-taking landscapes in the world. Hiking and swimming in waterholes in your time off - you’ll never run out of places to explore and adventures to go on.
The Role
Work within a transdisciplinary team of passionate therapists in Kununurra and throughout The Kimberley. We provide therapy in our well-equipped facilities but mainly visit our participants in their own homes or in the community. Furthermore, we provide therapy services in very remote areas and communities. Therefore we offer professional 4WD courses to make sure you have the best experience reaching your clients in our company cars on dirt roads or through river crossings. We also charter small private aircrafts to get you to some of the most remote and pristine communities that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work with children and adults who are culturally and linguistically diverse and have a wide range of disabilities.Position available:
- Senior Occupational Therapist (Kununurra)
Benefits
- Relocation allowance (within WA up to $2000 / up to $3500 depending on which state you are relocating from).
- Housing allowance and assistance to secure accommodation ($2 per hour on top of Salary).
- 20% Above Award salary.
- Work mobile phone and IT Resources provided.
- Uniforms provided.
- Professional development allowance $2000 plus five days study leave.
- Travel Allowance
- Salary sacrificing -meaning you can pay less tax and increase your take home pay
- Generous professional development allowance and supportive supervision structure
- Use of company pool car for work purposes as well as mobile phone and laptop
- Supportive transdisciplinary therapy team environment that values you and supports your development
- Travel opportunities to some of the most pristine areas of Australia
ONLY APPLICANTS CURRENTLY BASED IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Required
- Bachelor/Masters degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current AHPRA Registration (Full registration)
- Minimum 2 years in a similar role specifically mentoring/training staff across diverse portfolios.
- Demonstrated ability to implement evidence-based and family-centred therapy services for people with a disability.
- Experience developing, implementing, review and monitoring of individual plans that lead to goal achievement.
- NDIS Worker's Clearance (or willing to obtain one)
- Current Driver's Licence
- National Police Check (less than 3 months old)
- Working With Children Check (or willing to obtain one)
- Current First Aid Certificate including CPR
Qualifications Desirable
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills
- Experience supervising and/or mentoring other clinicians
- Ability to travel throughout the Kimberley including remote Communities may be required for this position.
- Vaccinated for Covid19 (Recommended 3 vaccinations)
Occupational Therapist- Broome
Job Type: Full-Time Contract
About the Role
Far North is the largest registered NDIS provider based in the iconic Kimberley and we continue to grow! We are a dynamic not-for-profit organisation that is founded, based and operating in the stunning Kimberley region.
Our mission is to provide high quality, culturally sensitive therapy intervention to individuals throughout the wide Kimberley region. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Occupational Therapists who shares our values to join our team in Broome. Our aim is to be culturally aware and assist in building the capacity of the person, their families, their community and/or their support teams to develop the strengths of each individual to promote engagement within their community.
Living in the Kimberley Region
The Kimberley region offers one of the most diverse and breath-taking landscapes in the world. Enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear ocean water and spot some whales, drive your car on the beach and watch the sunset with a locally brewed ginger beer, explore boasting stunning rivers and incredible national parks, go for a camping and fishing trip up the famous Cape Leveque - you’ll never run out of places to explore and adventures to go on.
The Role
Work within a transdisciplinary team of passionate therapists throughout the Kimberley region. We provide therapy services in our well-equipped facilities but mainly visit our participants in their own homes. Furthermore we provide therapy services in very remote areas and communities. Therefore we offer professional 4WD courses to make sure you have the best experience reaching your clients in our company vehicle on dirt roads or through river crossings. We also charter private aircrafts to get you in some of the most remote and pristine communities that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work with children and adults who are culturally and linguistically diverse and have a wide range of disabilities.
Positions available:
- 2x Occupational Therapists (Broome)
Benefits
- Relocation allowance (within WA up to $2000 / up to $3500 depending on which state you are relocating from).
- Housing allowance and assistance to secure accommodation ($2 per hour on top of Salary).
- 20% Above Award salary.
- Work mobile phone and IT Resources provided.
- Uniforms provided.
- Professional development allowance $2000 plus five days study leave.
- Travel Allowance
- Salary sacrificing -meaning you can pay less tax and increase your take home pay
- Generous professional development allowance and supportive supervision structure
- Use of company pool car for work purposes as well as mobile phone and laptop
- Supportive transdisciplinary therapy team environment that values you and supports your development
- Travel opportunities to some of the most pristine areas of Australia
ONLY APPLICANTS CURRENTLY BASED IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Required
- Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy
- Current AHPRA Registration (Full registration)
- NDIS Worker's Clearance (or willing to obtain one)
- Current Driver's Licence
- National Police Check (less than 3 months old)
- Working With Children Check (or willing to obtain one)
- Current First Aid Certificate including CPR
Qualifications Desirable
- Excellent interpersonal manner and cross-cultural skills for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills
- Ability to travel throughout The Kimberley including remote Aboriginal Communities may be required for this position.
- Demonstrated ability to implement evidence-based and familycentred therapy services for people with a disability
- Experience developing, implementing, review and monitoring of individual plans that lead to goal achievement
- Experience working with people with disabilities
- Vaccinated for Covid19 (Recommended 3 vaccinations)
Finance & Administration
No positions available.
Support Coordination
No positions available.