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.
About the role:
The Family Safety Coordinator, together with the Family Safety Support Worker make up the Family Safety Service (FSS). The Family Safety Support Worker works alongside the Family Safety Coordinator to provide intensive intervention, safety planning and support for individuals, couples and families (with or without children) who are considered at highest risk of high harm from FDV.
Together, the FSS aim to improve victim-survivors and their children’s safety, reduce the number of children coming into care, and help manage risks associated with the perpetrators use of violence.
Family Safety Support Workers will connect and work with individual family members, as well as the broader community to identify and engage the most appropriate services to assist affected people in escaping FDV, allow for healing, and build stronger and safer families.
The Opportunity
As a Family Safety Support Worker, you will be responsible for:
- Supporting the Family Safety Coordinator in the effective delivery of the Multi-Agency Case Management (MACM) process and, where required, convening and leading MACM meetings for individuals, couples and/or families identified as being at the highest risk of high harm from FDV who are open to the FSS,
- Assisting the Family Safety Coordinator, FDVRT members and District staff to develop community and family capacity to provide a safe environment for children and adult victim-survivors experiencing FDV,
- Providing a case management and coordination function, aligned to practice guidelines, for those open to FSS,
- Developing and providing community education and information that raises awareness of support services for families and communities that build on strengths and encourage growth and healing.
Working for the Department of Communities
Join the Department of Communities and be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the lives of Western Australians. We offer meaningful, purpose-driven careers across a wide range of areas—including child protection, disability services, and community engagement. Here, your work will help build safer, more inclusive and connected communities.
We’re committed to supporting our people with flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a strong focus on diversity and wellbeing.
If you're passionate about creating positive change and want to grow your career in a values-driven organisation, the Department of Communities is the place for you.
Working in the East Kimberley
Located in the far north of Western Australia, the East Kimberley region offers a unique lifestyle surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. With opportunities for boating, fishing, waterfall adventures and 4WD exploration, the region combines outdoor living with a strong sense of community.
Staff in the East Kimberley build meaningful connections with children and families, working in partnership to support positive outcomes. A significant proportion of the region’s population is Aboriginal, providing an enriching opportunity to work alongside communities with deep connections to culture, Country, ceremony and the arts.
Experience a destination like no other, contribute to a culturally rich region, and form professional relationships that will last a lifetime. Change your lifestyle, grow your career, and make a real impact in the East Kimberley.
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Regional benefits:
- Subsidised Government Regional Officer Housing (GROH)
- 4 weeks Annual Leave (pro rata)
- North West Leave 1 week pa, accrued from commencement
- Public Service Holidays – 3 per annum
- Personal leave – 15 days per annum (pro rata)
- Aircon Subsidy for wet season – September to May
- District Allowance - $7,436 single or $14,872 family
- Relocation Assistance
Additional Entitlements After 12 Months Continuous Service:
- 5 Days Commuted TOIL: Following completion of 12 months continuous service as compensation for all excess travel time out of hours and telephone disturbances out of hours
- Annual Leave Travel Concession (ALTC): Reimbursement or direct flight bookings for yourself and dependants (up to the cost of a fully flexible Y class fare).
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position.
For further information about the job, we encourage you to contact Rachael Macey, Family Safety Coordinator, rachael.macey@communities.wa.gov.au or 0419 475 511.
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 in this or similar roles.
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:
- A current resume/CV.
- A two [2] page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the job description and Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria).
- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
- 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 Ashik Ahmed, HR Advisor, via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au or call on 0468 624 181. Please provide Job Tittle & Position Number in the subject line as reference.
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 Ashik Ahmed.
If you are an Aboriginal person 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.
Attachments:-
Application Form
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Information for Applicants
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JDF - Family Safety Support Worker - L5.docx
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