WHAT’S THE JOB?
In this role you will be working in the areas of child protection, children in care and family support where they respond to concerns regarding the safety of children.
You will be responsible for assisting identified families and their children with relevant agencies and community resources to ensure appropriate supports are in place.
The successful applicant will need strong communication skills (written, verbal and non-verbal), ability to work as part of a team, and to manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
CONDITIONS
This is a permanent full time (75 hours per fortnight) opportunity.
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies that may arise within the next twelve (12) months.
To be considered for this position you MUST have a university degree (Bachelor or Masters) in:
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Bachelor of Psychology or
- relevant Human Services area.
NOTE: If you have a relevant Human Services qualification you will need to supply unit descriptions/summaries for assessment against the Qualifications Framework.
All overseas qualifications must be assessed for Australian equivalency by Overseas Qualifications Unit, AEI-NOOSR or AASW and the outcome evidence provided at the time of applying.
Additionally we require:
- substantiated evidence of your eligibility to live and work in Australia
- Working with Children Check (WWC)
- see section 7 of the JDF for additional pre-employment requirements
A criminal record check and departmental check will be conducted prior to commencement.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Amber Fabry, Assistant District Director, on (08) 9193 8400 during business hours.
Visit our website to find out who we are and what we do: www.childprotection.wa.gov.au.
WE OFFER GREAT BENEFITS
You may be eligible for regional incentives including:
- District Allowance
- Utilities Subsidies
- GROH – Government Regional Officer Housing
- Commuted Toil
- Free Pass to the Coast
HOW DO I APPLY
The Work Related Requirements are found on the JDF and the attached Job Application Kit will help you with your application.
Your application should include:
- current resume
- a three (3) page statement addressing ALL of the Work Related Requirements of the role
- contact details for two (2) work related referees
- a copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors if applicable)
HOW DO I LODGE MY APPLICATION
Please submit your application by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button. You will be prompted to answer online questions and attach the documents listed above (Word or PDF format only).
If you do not receive a confirmation email or you are unable submit your application online please contact a Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 2555 during in business hours.
PLEASE NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure that your application is received in full prior to the closing date and time. Please allow for unanticipated issues when lodging your application as we will not accept late or emailed applications.