Convenience Buttons: Time Remaining 13 days 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 OpportunityAs Principal Project Officer you will be part of the Central Review Team, responsible for providing a proactive and collaborative approach to working with oversight agencies that review Communities’ administration of the Children and Community Services Act 2004. Your main responsibilities are: conducting internal reviews of investigable child deaths and family and domestic violence fatalities to proactively identify practice issues and initiate timely practice improvements, and drafting the Department of Communities responses to the Ombudsman Western Australia (Ombudsman) to inform the Ombudsman’s review of child deaths and FDV fatalities. identifying and tracking issues that are common between cases to address emerging or ongoing barriers to child safety, and developing and overseeing a strategic approach to the implementation of recommendations including joined-up or consolidated work where there are multiple recommendations relating to the same area of practice.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Kelly Van Maanen, Director Professional Practice, on (08) 6414 1190. There is currently one (1) permanent full time 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. 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: A current resume/CV. A two (2) page written application addressing all the
Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). 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 Margia Munoz, HR Advisor on 0466 171 *** or 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 DiversityThe 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 Margia Munoz. 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. Attachments:
- Application Form
- Information for Job Applicants
- JDF
- Principal Project Officer
- Level 7.docxYou can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.
Position Title Principal Project Officer Agency Department of Communities Salary Level 7, $128,077 - $136,891 pa pro rata + Super
- PSCSAA 2022
Location Fremantle Unit/Division Community Services Branch Central Review Work Type Permanent
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Full Time
Position No. 014618 Closing Date 2024-06-21 4:00 PM Position Title Principal Project Officer Branch Central Review Location Fremantle Work Type Permanent
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Full Time
Closing Date 2024-06-21 4:00 PM Salary Level 7, $128,077 - $136,891 pa pro rata + Super
- PSCSAA 2022
Agency Department of Communities Company Information Description 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 OpportunityAs Principal Project Officer you will be part of the Central Review Team, responsible for providing a proactive and collaborative approach to working with oversight agencies that review Communities’ administration of the Children and Community Services Act 2004. Your main responsibilities are: conducting internal reviews of investigable child deaths and family and domestic violence fatalities to proactively identify practice issues and initiate timely practice improvements, and drafting the Department of Communities responses to the Ombudsman Western Australia (Ombudsman) to inform the Ombudsman’s review of child deaths and FDV fatalities. identifying and tracking issues that are common between cases to address emerging or ongoing barriers to child safety, and developing and overseeing a strategic approach to the implementation of recommendations including joined-up or consolidated work where there are multiple recommendations relating to the same area of practice.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Kelly Van Maanen, Director Professional Practice, on (08) 6414 1190. There is currently one (1) permanent full time 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. 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: A current resume/CV. A two (2) page written application addressing all the
Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). 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 Margia Munoz, HR Advisor on 0466 171 *** or 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 DiversityThe 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 Margia Munoz. 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. Attachments
- Application Form
- Information for Job Applicants
- JDF
- Principal Project Officer
- Level 7.docx
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