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.
The Department of Communities will relocate its head office to the new purpose-built Kings Square, Fremantle, that is set to accommodate 1500 State Government employees. This move is currently scheduled for April 2020.
CHILD AND CARER CONNECTION HUB
The CCC Hub manages the referral and matching process for children and young people with care arrangements that best suit their needs, with the aim of providing quality care experiences and outcomes.
THE ROLE
As a member of the CCC Hub, you will be responsible for the provision of services to children in the care of the Department.
Other duties include:
- Supporting foster carers.
- Working with the District staff, foster carers, community groups and other stakeholders to meet the placement and care needs of the children.
- Ensuring departmental statutory obligations and practice standards are complied with in relation to child placements.
- Participating in the planning decisions for the children.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a permanent, full time opportunity.
Applicants found suitable from this process may be considered for future similar opportunities that may arise within the next 12 months.
MORE INFORMATION
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Sherrill Duncan, Team Leader CCC Hub, on (08) 6381 2392. Please note that Sherrill will be unavailable during the Christmas period (24 Dec - 1 Jan inclusive).
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
You must have a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Psychology or relevant human services area to be eligible for this position. All overseas qualifications must also be assessed for Australian equivalency. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements for this role, and how we will be assessing your qualifications.
READY TO APPLY?
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
- A current resume/CV.
- A two (2) page written application addressing all the essential selection criteria/role related requirements as stated on the JDF.
- A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
- An application form (for hard copy applications only).
For technical difficulties while applying online or general recruitment enquiries please contact Sarah White, A/HR Consultant on (08) 6552 9099 or regionalandremoteHR@communities.wa.gov.au.
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.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Attachments:-
Application Form
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Child Protection Qualification Framework
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JDF - Senior Child Protection Worker Placement Services
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