Job opportunity

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 Opportunity

As a Senior Practice Development Officer – Learning and Development, you will:

• provide advice, consultation and assistance to Directors, Program Leaders, Team Leaders, and other staff within Communities on operational policy, practice matters and complex casework practice issues in relation to learning and development,
• promote quality practice and continuous improvement in the delivery of services,
• contribute to the development of monitoring and reviewing frameworks and supports their operation,
• monitor, report, and make recommendations on the standard of departmental practice,
• contribute to professional development and practice development by engagement in a range of learning strategies including mentoring and coaching,
• develop and deliver flexible learning options for Child Protection staff and partner agencies.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position.

For further information about the job, we encourage you to contact Tendai Muchero, Acting Manager - Child Protection Learning Team, on (08) 6277 5615 or via email on Tendai.Muchero@communities.wa.gov.au.

There is currently (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.

Qualification Requirements

A tertiary qualification in social work, psychology or a relevant human service area.

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 written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
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).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Joyce Briggs, A/HR Consultant, on 0478 264 755 or email HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au (Please provide Job Tittle & Position Number in the subject line as reference).

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 Ashik Ahmed.

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.