The Department of Communities brings together vital services and functions that enable individual, family, and community wellbeing. Our committed people come to work every day to make a positive difference to the lives of Western Australians, including some of our most vulnerable citizens. Work where lifestyle meets opportunity in WA's South West!Escape the hustle and bustle and embrace a more relaxed pace of life in Western Australia's stunning South West Region. Just a short drive from Perth, this breath-taking location offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, vibrant communities, and accessibility.Surrounded by pristine beaches, lush farmlands, and thriving towns, the South West is more than a place to work—it's a lifestyle to cherish. Whether you're looking for career growth or a better work-life balance, the South West provides a unique opportunity to thrive professionally while enjoying everything this remarkable region has to offer.The Roles The South West district is establishing a pool to fill the following various Senior Child Protection Worker and Senior Field Worker positions in Bunbury, Busselton, Manjimup and Collie.
Senior Child Protection Worker/ Senior Field Worker Responds to serious concerns about the welfare and safety of children and young people under the Children and Community Services Act 2004. Duties include:
Senior Child Protection Worker Placement Services/ Senior Officer Care Services Works collaboratively with District staff, foster carers, community groups and other stakeholders, to build local capacity and resources to meet the placement and care needs of children in the care of the Department. Duties include:
Senior Child Protection Worker Family Domestic Violence/Senior Field Worker Family Domestic ViolenceProvides services to families and individuals who are experiencing or contributing to domestic violence, with the aim to improve the safety of child and adult victim survivors through a collaborative approach that focuses on timely and early intervention following a police call out to a domestic violence incident.Duties include:
If you want to know more about the positions, please refer to the attached Job Description Forms (JDF) or contact Erin Kenny, Team Leader, on 0427 653 984. Our Offer There are a number of permanent and temporary vacancies currently available for filling. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for temporary and permanent (full time) opportunities that arise within the next 12 months. Temporary offers may have the possibility of extension and/or conversion to permanency. In return for your skills, passion, and commitment we will offer you a challenging job, a safe and healthy working environment, and a range of benefits (subject to eligibility) including:
Qualification Requirements You must have a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Psychology or relevant human services area to be eligible for the following positions:
All overseas qualifications must also be assessed for Australian equivalency. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements for the above roles. If you do not hold an approved qualification, please apply for the Senior Field Worker, Senior Officer Care Services, and/or Senior Field Worker Family Domestic Violence position/s. This is a dual advertisement. Under our Child Protection Workforce Model, priority will be given to qualified applicants in the first instance to maintain a qualified workforce. Want to join us? Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
All of the Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) will be assessed at some stage of the recruitment process. For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact a recruitment team member at HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:TTY/voice calls - 133 677Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727SMS relay - 0423 677 767Integrity 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 DiversityThe 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, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, 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 recruitment team member at HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au. 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.