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 Location

Our offices are conveniently located close to public parking, and public transport. Fremantle's streets are alive with pubs, bars, restaurants, and cafés bustling with visitors from around the world. Wander the lively Cappuccino Strip, Wray Avenue, and South Terrace for vibrant cafés and restaurants. Art lovers are catered for in Fremantle with arts and cultural experiences ranging from art galleries to street art. There is so much more!

About the Disability Division

The Disability Division develops and delivers policy, programs and services that enhance the inclusion and participation of people with disability in communities across Western Australia. Further, the Division is putting into practice a significant service delivery stream, including oversight of supported community living, intensive service support services and the disability justice program.

The Division’s role includes stewardship of many functions, including:

·         NDIS reform (policy and program design, implementation, and oversight)

·         NDIS Bilateral Agreement Negotiations with the Commonwealth

·         Disability Royal Commission (implementation and oversight)

·         Authorisation of Restrictive Practices policy implementation

·         Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team

·         Legislative reform

·         ACROD/Companion Card

·         Disability Access & Inclusion Plans

·         Disability Reform Ministers Council (DRMC)

A West Australian for Everyone – State Disability Strategy 2020-2030

The Opportunity

As Clinical Team Leader- Intervention Support Services, you will lead a multidisciplinary team and as an experienced practitioner, you will be contributing to the provision of intervention services for people with disabilities, their families, and support systems living in emergency and or transitional accommodation settings. In addition, you will:

·         Provides leadership and high-level expertise in the provision, implementation, evaluation and assessment of person centered practices and positive behaviour support In line with the Departments positive behaviour framework.

·         Provides services to meet the intervention and transition planning needs of the individual in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

·         Representative of the Department in inter-agency and community groups to build community capacity through the sharing of information and knowledge.

·         Provides leadership and expertise within the Department and in inter-agency and other forums to enhance the team’s capacity to provide services for people with disability.

·         Manages multidiscipline specific meetings and develops strategies to meet the professional development needs of the clinical team.

·         Maintains and allocates sufficient resources to ensure efficient service delivery.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Wendy Smith, Director Intervention Support Services, on 0407 084 614.

There is currently 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.

Qualification Requirements

Please refer to the Essential Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) on the JDF.

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:

1.      A current resume/CV.

2.      A two [2] page written application addressing 1,2,3 and 5 Essential Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.

3.      A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).

4.      A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).

5.      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 Margia, Human Resources Advisor on 0466 171 398 or via email on [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

Communities' welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Margia at [email protected] or via phone 0466 171 398.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Want to join us?

Visit the main advertisement on the WA Government Jobs Board by clicking the Apply button or visit https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/ and search Position 020102. Here you will find the Job Description Form (JDF) and application requirements. We look forward to receiving your application!

Closing date 4pm Monday, 25 May 2026 (AWST).

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.