Permanent - Full Time
Legal Aid WA strives to be a leader in the management of psychological wellbeing in the legal sector. We believe the mental health and wellbeing of our staff is key to our organisation’s success and sustainability.
About the role
The Wellbeing Consultant is responsible for the delivery of Legal Aid WA’s Wellness Strategy. This includes developing, implementing and evaluating a range of evidence based projects, initiatives and programs that contribute to the wellbeing of Legal Aid WA’s diverse staff, contractors and volunteers across the organisation.
As the lead for Wellbeing at Legal Aid WA you will champion the psychological wellbeing of staff and be a positive role model for cultural change. In addition to chairing the Professional Wellbeing Committee, you will manage Legal Aid WA’s Employee Assistance Programs and provide advice to stakeholders on tailored wellness strategies.
About you
We are looking for somebody who is:
- Experienced in designing and implementing diverse evidence based programs to promote psychologically healthy workplace cultures
- Able to relate their workplace wellbeing knowledge and experience to a large legal practice environment, providing holistic legal services to disadvantaged members of the community across Western Australia
- An energetic self-starter with highly developed organisational skills and an ability to manage projects
- Comfortable presenting information to stakeholders at all levels, and delivering training.
About us and what we can offer you
We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements, including opportunities to purchase leave, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. click here to learn more about the benefits we offer employees.
Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide over 100,000 legal services to clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia. Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us. You can also keep up to date with our activities and achievements by following us on LinkedIn.
How to Apply
Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should submit:
- A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and
- A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your experience in designing and implementing programs to promote psychologically healthy workplace cultures, in the context of the role described in this advert and attached Job Description
(tip - your written communication skills will also be assessed so be sensible with font and margin sizes).
Qualifications and minimum experience required for the role will also be assessed by the panel at application stage.
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application. Applications are only accepted via www.jobs.wa.gov.au. Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
For technical difficulties while applying online, contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 and quote recruitment ID number 930659. If you have any questions about the application process or do not have access to a computer with internet access, please contact RecruitmentAdmin@legalaid.wa.gov.au.
Further information
Download the attached Job Description Form to learn more about the role. We recommend you review our guide on applying for a job at Legal Aid WA, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying.
If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Joelle Durant, Manager Human Resources on (08) 9261 6219 or email Joelle.Durant@legalaid.wa.gov.au.
For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit First Nations Employment. For First Nations culturally appropriate resources on making a job application visit Jobs and Skills WA.
Diversity & Inclusion
A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA’s values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client centred services. Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community.
Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Joelle Durant, Manager Human Resources on (08) 9261 6219 or email Joelle.Durant@legalaid.wa.gov.au.
Other Conditions
This selection process may be used to fill other similar Legal Aid WA vacancies, in addition to this vacancy, for up to twelve (12) months from the completion date of the selection process. The panel may also search for further candidates beyond the closing date.
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.
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WORK TYPE:
Permanent - Full Time
LOCATION:
Perth
CLOSING DATE:
2024-11-28 4:00 PM
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