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

There are currently two positions available in the Family and Foster Care Learning Team for immediate filling as follows.

• One full time permanent position
• One part time permanent position at 45 hours per fortnight (with the opportunity to be full time).

The Family and Foster Care Learning Team deliver learning programs to family and foster carers, as well as child safety staff within the Department of Communities and the out-of-home care sector. Our team is committed to designing and delivering highly engaging learning opportunities that are trauma-informed and culturally and relationally safe. These programs aim to support carers and staff with the knowledge and skills to care effectively for children and young people in out of home care.

Please note: Some out-of-hours training and regional travel may be required.

As a Senior Learning and Development Consultant, you will provide a valued service for Department staff, Community Services Partner Agencies and Carers.

In this role applicants will need to demonstrate:

• Experience in trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice, including a strong understanding of developmental trauma, child development, and strategies to support family and foster carers in creating safe, nurturing environments for the children in their care.

Applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are strongly encouraged to apply.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Jane Ogilvie, Manager Family and Foster Care Learning on (08) 6414 2732 or email Jane.Ogilvie@communities.wa.gov.au

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

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 comprehensive 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.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Joyce Briggs, A/HR Cosultant on 0478 264 755 AND email 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

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 Joyce Briggs, A/HR Cosultant on 0478 264 755 at HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au and via phone 0478 264 755.

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.