The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance the lives of people with a disability?

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Opportunity
The Bennett Brook Disability Justice Centre  offers secure accommodation for individuals with intellectual or cognitive disabilities who have been charged with an offence and are subject to a custody order.

As a Disability Justice Officer you will work as part of a team to maintain the safety and security of the Disability Justice Centre and facilitate the development of training and support for people with intellectual or cognitive disability who are interfacing with the Justice System.  

Want to make a difference? You will!

You will promote and model the Disability Justice Services’ (the Service) guiding philosophy, principles and values by promoting human rights, person-centred and evidence-based approach.  

This role effects change using Pro-social and Life Skills training and Positive behaviour support and is actively involved in resident’s Individual Development Planning, connecting with a range of key internal and external stakeholders, and supporting individuals to make positive changes and address past disadvantage, including alleged Criminal behaviour.  

In addition, the position prioritises community safety by actively observing, assessing, and monitoring practices to maintain a safe and healthy environment. It ensures the delivery of evidence-based services for residents, with a strong focus on reducing offending behaviour and fostering positive, pro-social development through individualised, developmental approaches that support residents to safely transition and integrate into the community.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Linda Vettoor, Manager Individual & Transitional Services, on 0401 465 978 or email Linda.Vettoor@communities.wa.gov.au.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. 

The Benefits
Communities offers you career progression, variety, access to comprehensive learning and development, and great employment conditions. Some of these benefits may include:

• Minimum 22% commuted allowance on top of base salary, for a full-time employee working a rotational roster,
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution,
• 5 weeks annual leave with 20% annual leave loading,
• 3 days additional public sector holidays,
• 10 days of accrued public holiday leave,
• 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees,
• Access to purchased leave,
• Discount on private health insurance,
• Flexibility and convenience of rotational shift work,
• Ongoing training and development opportunities,
• Free counselling services for you and eligible family members,
• 13 weeks paid long serve leave for every seven years’ continuous service,
• Eligibility to join the fitness passport program (access to 84 gyms across WA from $16.00 per week).

Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A two [2] page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the job description and Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria).
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
4. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.

Please note that possesson of, or progress towards, a Certificate III in Disability or other Human Services disciplne or qualification deemed equivalent is an essential requirement for this position.

Prospective applicants must be able to pass a satisfactory medical and functional capacity examination based on the physical and psychological demands of the role.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Erin Cronan, HR Advisor, on 0411 570 041 or email Erin.Cronan@communities.wa.gov.au.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. 

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.  

Equity and Diversity
Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Erin Cronan, HR Advisor at HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au and via phone 0411 570 041.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.