Job opportunity

This position is offered as a six (6) month contract/secondment opportunity with the possibility of extension. 

We are an independent Statutory Authority providing complaint resolution services in the health, mental health and disability sectors in Western Australia and the Indian Ocean Territories. Our service covers the private, public and not-for-profit sectors and prison health services. To find out more about us, please visit our website at www.hadsco.wa.gov.au

We engage staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Appointment to any position in the Office is subject to the successful candidate providing a satisfactory National Police Certificate, in accordance with our policy. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

While this recruitment process will be used to fill the above vacancy, it may be used to fill similar vacancies in the Office. In addition to this, should the successful candidate decline or vacate the position, then the next most suitable candidate may also be selected from this process. Both these options are valid for a 12 month period from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

The Office recognises, values and embraces the diversity of the Western Australian and Indian Ocean Territories communities, including differences in culture, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexuality, gender identity, age, abilities and life experiences. The Office is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful workplace for all staff and encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for the role.

Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process, please contact Business Services on (08) 6551 7600 or by email at mail@hadsco.wa.gov.au

This position supports the Deputy Director to develop and deliver initiatives in line with the Stakeholder Engagement Strategy. This directly supports the Director’s function as described in s.10 of the Health and Disability Services (Complaints) Act 1995 which is to educate the community and service providers about complaint handling and publish and promote the work of the Office.

The Job Description Form and Applicant Information document are attached to assist you with the preparation of your application.

Please give Sarah Cowie a call on 6551 7600 or email Sarah.Cowie@hadsco.wa.gov.au if you would like to discuss the role in further detail or the work of our Office more broadly.

Apply now by submitting the following; 

• A maximum one page brief letter of interest advising of your experience relevant to the JDF
• A comprehensive Resume that clearly outlines your skills, experience and key achievements, including the details of two referees.

If looking to undertake this role through a secondment arrangement please ensure manager approval is sought prior to lodging your application.  

Our values are an integral part of how we do business, and we expect all employees to demonstrate that you are the right cultural fit with a positive and can-do attitude, therefore alignment with our values should be incorporated into your application. Information on our values is available in the Applicant Information document attached.

Our Values: Service – Accountable – Fair – Effective – Responsive

Public Sector Code of Ethics: Personal Integrity – Relationships with others - Accountability 

Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted. 

To be eligible for permanent appointment you must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency status at the point of recommendation for appointment.  

We look forward to your application.