Senior Learning & Development Consultant

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Senior Learning & Development Consultant
Division: People
Position No: Pool Ref COM0624
Salary: Level 5, $96,307 - $105,254 pa + Super - PSCSAA 2022
Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: East Perth
Closing Date: 2024-02-02 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Are you a driven Learning & Development Professional, passionate about providing solutions through creative and innovative thinking, who is looking for a dynamic and fulfilling role?
If this sounds like you, keep reading!
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.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Learning & Development Consultant, and as part of the wider Learning and Development Division, you will play a key role in the development, facilitation, implementation and evaluation of L&D Programs and Initiatives within a capability and Competency-based Framework; which is a key and valued service provided to Department staff, Community Services Partner agencies and Carers.
As part of this role, you will develop and promote learning strategy and capability development in priority community services; in the areas of fostering and adoption, disability, therapeutic care, child protection and housing.
There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling in the Disability Team. This role focus specifically in the delivery of training to staff working in direct care disability support services within the areas of Supported Community Living and Intervention Support Services. The training specifically aims to support disability staff in the delivery of NDIS and State government funded services, meet the regulatory compliance guidelines in supporting people with disability, and ensure a contemporary approach to support people with disability in a person centred way, focused on choice, control and great quality of life outcomes.
The successful applicants will be passionate and dedicated Learning and Development professionals with an engaging and innovative approach, you will have exceptional interpersonal skills and easily build rapport with people at all levels of the organisation. You have previous experience in working with people with disability and desirably knowledge of NDIS legislation.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Tarren Donetta, Manager Disability, Foster Care and Therapeutic Care Service, on (08) 6414 3159 or via email .
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
Our Offer
The Department offers great benefits (some benefits subject to eligibility, and on a pro-rata basis) including:

• Flexible leave arrangements
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home up to 2 days a week
• 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service
• Eligibility to join the Fitness Passport program (access to 84 gyms across WA from $13.95 per week)
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations
• Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Employees
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• 3 days additional public sector holidays

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the . 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.
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 three (3) 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 Gaby Coronel, HR Advisor, on 0466 517 569 or via email .
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 .
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 Gaby Coronel. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact on 13 64 64.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.