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Best practice examples
Aboriginal employment
The following initiatives have been identified as examples of good practice in Aboriginal employment and should be shared with the sector.
Table 1 Shortlist of recommended initiatives by agency
Agency Description Benefits Considerations
Theme 1 – Create culturally inclusive workplaces
DoTAG, DoH, WACHS, PSC
Acknowledge local communities through Welcome to Country, Aboriginal flag and artwork
Shows respect and creates supportive environment
Incorporate in agency AES and RAP
Appropriate use of artwork
On loan from DAA or WA Museum
DAA, DoH, DTWD, PSC
Cultural awareness training Creates welcoming environment for Aboriginal staff, clients and contractors
Supports Aboriginal economic outcomes
Budget
Online or face-to-face delivery
Ideally use Aboriginal staff to deliver / consultation
Include in Induction programs
DoH, DoTAG, PSC
Aboriginal specific branding
Reinforces Aboriginal culture
Connects activities that are focused on Aboriginal employment initiatives
DoTAG, DoH, WACHS, PSC
Celebrate significant Aboriginal specific events and agency achievements
Shows respect and creates supportive environment
Elders and families invited to attend to learn more about agency core business
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Agency Description Benefits Considerations
Theme 1 – Create culturally inclusive workplaces
DoE, DoH, DoTAG, WACHS
Internal policies include references to Aboriginal protocols
Allows for consideration for traditional beliefs and customs
Targets employees, Aboriginal clients and contractors
Consultation with Aboriginal people must occur
DoH Aboriginal Staff Satisfaction Survey
Gauge level of satisfaction and engagement of Aboriginal staff
Possibly online via survey monkey
Link to AES and to inform other initiatives
Agency Description Benefits Considerations
Theme 2 - Attract Aboriginal people
WACHS, PSC
DTWD – NAIDOC Expo.
DoH
Aboriginal staff attend community events to promote agency as employer of choice
Sponsor NAIDOC award
Connects Aboriginal community with employers
Includes promotion of agency achievements on Intersector and Koori Mail
DoH, DoTAG, PSC
DAA
Offer Aboriginal Traineeships including school based, youth or existing worker
Increase youth representation and supports existing workers with career opportunities
Budget
Position of agency to offer ongoing employment
DAA, DoE, DoH, DoTAG, DTWD, WACHS
Attraction, retention and recruitment policies and guides inclusive / considerate of Aboriginal candidates
Empowers Agency with knowledge of cultural considerations
Include differences between city vs regional processes and uses flexibilities in Commissioners Instructions – Filling a Public Sector Vacancy
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Agency Description Benefits Considerations
Theme 3 – Build capacity and careers
DCPFS, DoH, WACHS, PSC
Scholarships for Aboriginal employees
Linked to Professional Development Plan
Budget
DoH, DoTAG, WACHS
Agency Mentoring Program Supports the development and retention of staff
Budget
DoH Leadership Programs Linked to Professional Development Plan
Designed to improve career opportunities
Budget
DoH Conference Sponsorship Provides networking opportunities
Linked to Professional Development Plan
Budget – local and national
DTWD
PSC
Aboriginal specific reference and networking groups
Establishes a consultative group
Include regional employees
May not be possible in small agencies
Legend
DOTAG Department of the Attorney GeneralDoH Department of HealthWACHS WA Country Health ServicePSC Public Sector CommissionDAA Department of Aboriginal AffairsDTWD Department of Training and Workforce DevelopmentDoE Department of Education
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