Clinical Services Manager

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, 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 Clinical Services Manager you will become an experienced member and Manager within the Disability Justice Service (the Service) to provide clinical supervision and leadership to a team of multi-disciplinary clinicians to deliver positive behaviour support interventions, using person-centred practice, and employing evidence-based models, to support individuals with disability interfacing with the justice system.

The role develops and contributes to the strategic planning, program and policy development of the service and contributes professional skills and knowledge, including discipline specific expertise, to enhance team functioning and development and to encourage positive results for individuals.

This position works in conjunction with a range of stakeholders, including individuals, families, Disability Sector Organisations, guardians and/or advocates and other agencies (both government and non-government).

For further information we encourage you to contact Sam Neylon, Director Disability Justice Service, via email on ***************@communities.wa.gov.au or 0466 250 *** (SMS only).

Qualification Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in psychology approved by the Psychology Board of Australia and 'General Registration' as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and 'General Registration' as an Occupational Therapist with the AHPRA;

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligible for 'Ordinary Membership' with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW); or

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and eligible for 'Certified Practising Membership' with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further 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 resume/CV.
2. A three [3] page written application addressing all the 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 Courtnie Hayes, HR Advisor, via email on *************@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 ***

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 Sam. 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.