At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate therapeutic care training and provide essential administrative support.
- Company: Join a leading organisation dedicated to strengthening communities across WA.
- Benefits: Competitive wages, flexible work options, and generous super contributions.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal leadership development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and families while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for community service.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
More Than Just a Job! At Communities we play a vital role in supporting and strengthening communities across Western Australia. We provide services and work with our partners to keep children safe, provide vital community services, including in emergencies, address homelessness, prevent family and domestic violence and provide stewardship for the disability sector. Our work also includes regulating early childhood education and care and leading initiatives across women’s interests, youth, seniors and ageing, carers, and volunteering.
Why Work With Us?
- We offer some of the most competitive public sector wages in Australia.
- We are a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program.
- Flexible work options – flexi leave, banked leave and public service holidays.
- More for your future – 12 per cent employer super contributions.
- Smart salary packaging – novated leases & work laptops.
Your Role. Your Impact.
Step into the world of Therapeutic Residential Care, where your work is more than just a job. As an Administrative Support Officer – Therapeutic Care Training, you will be responsible for coordinating therapeutic care training across the State, including:
- Providing administrative support around training coordination and other areas to support Therapeutic Care functions.
- Supporting and planning all initial employment training for workers in Therapeutic Care.
- Updating training manuals, materials, and business processes for Therapeutic Care.
We believe all our people are leaders, regardless of their role. Our Leadership Expectations, outlined in Building Leadership Impact, describe the behaviours and mindsets we value. The leadership context for this position is Personal Leadership.
If you’d like to know more about the team or the role, connect with Petro Recchia, Director Regional Therapeutic Residential Care, on 0417 154 893.
Opportunities Available
Current Vacancies: 1 full-time permanent position available as soon as possible. Upcoming roles: Applicants will be considered for this vacancy and may also be considered for similar roles at the same level and location arising from this recruitment process. Applicants will be considered for vacancies in the location of the advertised role/location preferences specified in their application.
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 Michela Orsini, HR Consultant 0434 464 370, HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Integrity and Honesty
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process.
Need Assistance?
If you would like to discuss adjustments, alternative formats, recruitment enquiries or technical issues, contact: Michela Orsini, HR Consultant 0434 464 370, HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/Voice: 133 677, Speak & Listen: 1300 555 727, SMS Relay: 0423 677 767.
Privacy Notice
Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (PRIS Act). By submitting your application, you acknowledge the collection of your personal information. For further details on how your information is handled, please view our Privacy Policy.
Please note: This recruitment process may be closed or withdrawn at any stage. Applicants will be notified if this occurs. Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
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