Manager Housing Services Learning/Manager Disability Care Services Learning/Manager Family and [...]

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Manager Housing Services Learning/Manager Disability Care Services Learning/Manager Family and Foster Care Learning Division: People and Culture Position No: Pool Ref COM4725 Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time Closing Date: 2025-02-19 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) 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. About You These roles are for responsive Learning and Development (L&D) leaders who possess the skills, experience and knowledge to lead a team to deliver excellent learning and development outcomes. You are also a L&D practitioner who possesses leadership behaviours and associated mindsets expected in the public sector to bring about positive change. We want to hear from you if you are someone who: Knows about contemporary learning and development matters and its impact on people in the organisation; Is able to provide consultation and advice on matters relating to workforce development initiatives that impact on business and people; Can build clever partnerships to get the job done through contributing to the development of project and/or programs that align and support the Department’s strategic workforce priorities; Is adaptable to change and understands change management as it impacts on people and business; and Is passionate and can be credible influencers to bring about workforce culture outcomes that make Communities a great and safe place to work. The attached Job Description Forms (JDF) provide more information about the positions. For further information we encourage you to contact Tami Maitre, Acting Assistant Director Learning and Development on 0466 945 848 or . There are currently three (3) permanent full time positions available for immediate filling: Manager Disability Care Services Learning Manager Family and Foster Care Learning Manager Housing Services The L&D Directorate is relocating to The Department of Communities head office - Kings Square, Fremantle. This move is currently scheduled for June 2025. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (permanent and fixed term) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. 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 summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the job description and Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria). 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). Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process. For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Emily Parker, HR Consultant on 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. 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 Emily Parker on Applicants 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr