Job opportunity

About Integrated Therapy Services
Integrated Therapy Services is a trauma-informed allied health service for children aged 0-4 years living in out-of-home care in WA.  This specialist service delivers prevention, early assessment and intervention, referral, and coordination of care allied health services. Services are provided to address complex developmental support needs.

The Role
In the Allied Health Program Manager role, you will have the opportunity to lead the delivery of holistic services to support the development and wellbeing of young children with significant developmental vulnerability, laying the foundation for better lifelong outcomes.

Responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and contributing to strategic planning, program and policy development, and operational planning.
• Providing leadership in the management and coordination of service responses to children in out of home care, and to their families and carers.
• Managing and providing leadership to allocated multidisciplinary teams.

Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for more information. For any position specific enquiries, we encourage you to contact Veronica Edwards, Chief Psychologist, on 0437 260 574 or via email to Veronica.Edwards@communities.wa.gov.au during business hours only.

Qualification Requirements
Applicants to be considered for this position, applicants must have one of the following:

• Tertiary degree in Psychology approved by the Psychology Board of Australia AND eligible for general registration on the register of Psychologists with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology AND eligible for 'Practising Membership' with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
• Tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualification approved by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia AND eligible 'General Registration' on the register of Occupational Therapists' with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

All overseas qualifications must be assessed for Australian equivalency, and evidence provided when applying.

The Opportunity
There is currently one fixed term position available for immediate filling until 30 June 2027, with possibility of extension. The position will be based in the South Metropolitan region covering Bindjareb, Rockingham, and Fremantle areas.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for future temporary vacancies that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. 

In return for your skills, passion, and commitment we will offer you a challenging job, a safe and healthy working environment, and a range of benefits (subject to eligibility) including:

• Flexible working arrangements (including flexible working hours, 9-day fortnight consideration, and work from home options)
• Additional 3 Days Public Service Leave per annum
• Eligibility to join the Fitness Passport program
• 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• 10 days Disability Leave
• 5 days Reproductive Health Leave
• Discount on private health insurance
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations
• Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for you and your family
• 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
• Working for a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program.

Want to join us?
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV, including copies of any qualifications referenced within.
2. A two (2) page written application addressing 2 – 5 of the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. It is necessary to demonstrate knowledge and skills through evidence of previous work experiences and outcomes.
3. A copy of all qualification/s, registration/membership and if applicable, your overseas qualification assessment.
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 the HR Recruitment team at 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, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, 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 HR Recruitment team via HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.

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.