The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.
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 Team
The Regulation and Quality Directorate exists to uphold the highest ethical and professional standards. Protecting interests and people within the areas of Child Safety; Disability Services; Seniors and Veterans and those in financial hardship, Regulation and Quality works to assess applications, encourage, monitor, and investigate compliance and build capability through community engagement.
The varying areas that you could work within include:
The Education and Care Regulatory Unit (ECRU) approves and monitors early childhood education care services in WA and are looking for applicants who are committed to the aims of the Department - to protect children from harm and ensure high quality care is provided in early childhood education and care services.
The Working with Children Screening Unit (WWCSU) aim to safeguard children through the ongoing collection and assessment of information that is relevant to whether a child may be exposed to a risk of harm if an individual is engaged in child-related work. Further Working with Children Check information can be found here.
The Education and Care Legislation and Intergovernmental Relations (ECLIR) unit is responsible for providing input into the ongoing development and review of the National Quality Framework for early childhood education and care services in Western Australia. The team review, develop and enact legislative amendments to improve the operation of the Education and Care Services National Law and provide advice on early childhood education and care policy and legislative matters.
Opportunities available across these areas in the Regulation and Quality directorate are looking for engaging applicants who are ready to make a difference in their day to day roles. Whether you are interested in compliance or assisting customers the talent register has various opportunities for you to consider. Further details about the roles available, applicable salaries (pro-rata if part time) and JDF information can be found below.
What is a Talent Register?
This Talent Register is an online portal that allows you to register your interest for short term contract opportunities (up to 12 months) at the Department of Communities within ECRU, WWCSU or ECLIR.
- Opportunities are temporary and may be offered on a full time or part time basis.
- You only need to register your interest once, and your application will remain on our jobs register for current and future opportunities until the advertisement closure date.
The benefit of applying through one of our talent registers is that you can be appointed directly via a streamlined process as opportunities become available. Please be aware that there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made while an application remains on the register.
The Opportunities
ECRU:
Level 3 Compliance Support Officer ($86,439 - $92,795) - work as part of a team undertaking various compliance and administrative functions, with a focus on compliance monitoring, investigations and processing applications and notifications in accordance with relevant legislation and policy requirements.
Level 4 Investigations Officer ($95,782 - $100,526) - conduct investigations following notifications of Incidents or Complaints and preparing and analysing evidence to determine an Enforcement action(s), make recommendations and collate case information that is admissible for Court proceedings and present evidence and information at proceedings in accordance with relevant Legislation.
Level 4 Assessment Officer ($95,782 - $100,526) - working as part of a team you will provide assessments in relation to the quality of service provided by Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Providers consistent with the standards of the National Quality Framework, and carry out routine Investigations, including Site Visits, to ensure compliance and quality improvement.
Level 5 Data Analyst ($105,167 - $114,938) - responsible for the collection and collation of data and preparation of division wide financial and performance reports. Maintain key data series and manage the tools and systems used to store data used in reporting. You will also produce templates and design modes to analyse the viability of projects and programs.
Level 5 Senior Assessment Officer ($105,167 - $114,938) – challenge yourself in this role with complex and difficult Regulatory Assessments throughout Western Australia of the quality of Service provided by approved Education and Care Providers consistent with the Standards of the National Quality Framework, and subject to delegated Authority, will determine various levels of approvals. You will also be expected to train and support Assessment Officers to achieve improvements in professional standards.
Level 5 Senior Investigations Officer ($105,167 - $114,938) - Conduct investigations of serious incidents or complaints while preparing and analysing evidence to determine any enforcement action, make recommendations on prosecutions, collate case information, provide education to relevant stakeholders on compliance and licensing matters, conduct quality assurance reviews on investigations, processes, policy and procedures, assist in the development of investigations that comply with professional standards and protocols.
For further information about ECRU roles we encourage you to contact Jodie Gray, for Compliance and Assessment roles or Natalie Petrusich for Investigation roles on (08) 6277 3889 during business hours only.
WWC Screening Unit (& NDIS Support)*:
Level 2 Customer Support Officer ($76,912 - $82,464) - provide quality customer service as the first point of contact for members of the community accessing the Working with Children Screening Unit’s services while assisting them to understand their obligations under the Working with Children (Screening) Act 2004 (WWC ACT). Use your skills to identify, understand and resolve customer support issues in relation to application processes, online services and related matters.
Level 3 Screening Officer ($86,439 - $92,795) - process and assess record checks in accordance with relevant policies, standards and legislations, ensure information management systems and data interpretation are maintained, evaluate and monitor procedures and processes while contributing to the reporting and development of policy and procedures.
Specified Calling Level 2 Senior Assessing Officer ($112,266 - $123,008)* - assess applications in accordance with legislation, approved standards and delegations. Using your knowledge of the dynamics of abuse and offender behaviour (as it relates to children and people with disability), you will be responsible for undertaking forensic risk assessments of applicants identified as having criminal records and other concerning conduct that may pose a risk to children and/or people with disability
For further information about WWC Screening Unit & NDIS Support roles we encourage you to contact Kimberley Cook on (08) 6277 5121 during business hours only.
ECLIR:
Level 6 Senior Legislation and Strategy Officer ($120,457 - $132,753) - formulate policy while reviewing and developing legislation with an emphasis on the education and care services sector. You will also provide advice in response to requests from the Minister's Office, key stakeholders, members of the public and the media on matters related to the operation and interpretation of education and care legislation administered by the Department.
For further information on the ECLIR role we encourage you to contact Vicki Kelly on (08) 6277 3889 during business hours only.
Working at the Department of Communities we offer a safe and healthy working environment, a range of benefits, including attractive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and learning and development opportunities in exchange for your skills, passion and commitment. To view the range of benefits that may be available click here.
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:
- A current resume/CV.
- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
- An application form (for hard copy applications only).
- Please include the names of two [2] referees who can comment on your relevant experience.
Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.
For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact the HR Recruitment team via email on HRRecruitment@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
The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact the HR Recruitment Team.
Applicants 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.
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