This is a Pool process with permanent full time / part time opportunities
About the role
The Supervisor Treatment Assessments is responsible for coordinating and supervising a team that conducts clinical assessments of prisoners to determine their suitability for treatment intervention. The position quality controls the content of assessment reports to ensure suitable standards are maintained within a clinical intervention framework, in accordance with relevant legislative and departmental policy and procedures.
The position works closely with various prisoner assessment teams to ensure the prioritisation and timely completion of treatment assessments across all prisons state-wide.
Eligibility
Applicants must have a four year tertiary qualification in Psychology or Social Work and eligibility for full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia or eligibility for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Worker (AASW).
A current motor vehicle drivers licence is required.
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the contract.
All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.
About us
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached JDF for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
- A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees (one being a current line manager) and;
- A statement no more than 2 pages addressing the following Role Specific Criteria contained in the JDF (please provide examples to support your claims).
- Demonstrated extensive experience working with and assessing mandated clients to determine suitability for therapeutic program interventions.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with a proven ability to effectively manage and interact with individuals and groups, including multi-disciplinary team members and external parties.
All remaining Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Pool Recruitment
This pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, full time and part time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however an appointment is not guaranteed.
The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at similar locations, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.
Further Information
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Bryce Ridgeway, A/Manager Treatment Assessment on (08) 9264 1029 for a confidential discussion.