The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, 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 an Manager Therapeutic Care Policy and Practice you will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Leading the development and implementation of effective operation, quality assurance and quality improvement frameworks for professional therapeutic practice.
• Leading therapeutic practice development within the directorate by facilitating engagement in a range of learning strategies including mentoring and coaching and policy development.
• Providing expert advice and high-level support to inform the development and interpretation of policy and lead the monitoring and reporting on the standard of therapeutic practice within the directorate.
• Leading, mentoring and developing a team to promote learning and enable the implementation of appropriate learning and practice guidance strategies in accordance with the departmental values, outcomes and purposes.
• Developing and maintaining partnerships to leverage expertise across the organisation, the community services sector, and communities to support and develop professional therapeutic practice.

Your work is guided by the Sanctuary Model to ensure the consistent delivery of therapeutic care, which includes the Seven Commitments for creating safe environments. (see attached)

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Penny Wakefield, State Director Therapeutic Care, on 0400 452 185 during business hours only, or via email to [email protected] using the subject line: Manager - Therapeutic Care Policy and Practice enquiry via EthicalJobs.

There is currently one [1] permanent 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 Now’ 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 Essential 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 contact Kate Cottingham, HR Advisor, on 0478 853 062 or via email [email protected].

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 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 Kate Cottingham, HR Advisor, on 0478 853 062 or via email [email protected].  

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.

A Job Description Form is attached.