AddressThe 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 Opportunities
The Manager Residential Care (Non Qualified) will work in the areas of child protection and children in care and is responsible for:
- Contributing to the planning and management of Residential Care facilities and promoting sound innovative and responsible casework and community work practice,
- Effective day to day management and operation of the Unit,
- Managing team resources, assigning tasks and ensuring equitable distribution of workloads within the team,
- Quality assuring and quality improvement functions within a team and providing reports,
- Supervising and supporting team members and liaising with other Team Leaders, District Case Managers and Senior Advisors to ensure sound practice standards and providing learning and development opportunities for the team,
- Convening and chairing Planning forums.
The Senior Manager Residential Care (Qualification required) works in the areas of child protection and children in care and is responsible for:
- Providing services to children in the CEOs care, in accordance with Division 5 (Placement and Residential Care) of the Children and Community Services Act 2004 and other relevant legislation to ensure the safety and protection of children,
- Exercising powers in relation to Division 8 (Powers of Restraint, Search and Seizure) to ensure the safety of a child and other persons,
- The overall management of Residential Care facilities and effective day to day management and operation of the Residential Care Home,
- Managing Residential Care Officers, an Education Officer and other professional support staff in accordance with the Department’s Therapeutic Care framework,
- Providing consultation and advice to Managers Residential Care,
- Ensuring the provision of a safe and caring environment for vulnerable children in residence.
There is currently 2 permanent position/s available for immediate filling.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Brad Mason, Director Residential Care South, on 0419 498 ***.
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 6 months across the Department of Communities.
Qualification Requirements
You must have a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Psychology, or relevant human services area to be eligible for this position. All overseas qualifications must be assessed for Australian equivalency. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements for this role, and how we will be assessing your qualifications.
Which Position Do I Apply For?
Under our Child Protection Workforce Model, priority will be given to qualified applicants in the first instance to maintain a qualified workforce. Should a qualified applicant not be identified then this selection process will be used to fill the vacancy.
If you have a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Psychology or relevant human services area, please apply for the Senior Manager Residential Care position. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements.
If you do not hold an approved qualification, please apply for the Manager Residential Care position.
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 your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
- 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 Kim Cleasby, HR Consultant via email *************@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 is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
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 Kim Cleasby. 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.
