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.
Living and working in the South West Region (Bunbury and Busselton)
Bunbury and Busselton are situated in the South West region of Western Australia. The South-West region covers around 24,000 square kilometres and is the most populated region in WA but also boasts the highest happiness rating of all the regions in WA! South West residents value the high sense of community and connectedness in this region and also rate the region as safe to live and raise children in. The South West also has excellent access to services such as hospitals, health centres, and schools and plenty of job opportunities, particularly in the tourism, health, and construction sectors.
- Bunbury: The main commercial and administrative hub, Bunbury has a population of 32,684 and is known as The City of Three Waters – since it sits on a peninsula surrounded by the rugged surf of the Indian Ocean, the calm waters of Koombana Bay, and peaceful Leschenault Inlet.
- Busselton: The city of Busselton is home to around 37,673 inhabitants and is located in the renowned Cape to Cape sub-region of South West WA. Busselton features a wood pier (The Busselton Jetty) which proves to be a popular attraction in the area, especially during humpback whale season
The Opportunity
As the Senior Child Safety Practitioner Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d)) (Child Safety Qualified Stream Level 2), you will be responsible for engaging and working with identified at risk Aboriginal families to prevent the need for children to enter out of home care. In this role, you will also be responsible for assisting and planning with District staff and others to develop community and family capacity to provide a safe environment for children and other vulnerable people which is key to the role.
As the Senior Child Safety Officer Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d)) (Child Safety Unqualified Stream Level 3), you will responsible for engaging and working with identified at risk Aboriginal families to prevent the need for children to enter out of home care. The role is key to assisting with the planning with District staff and others to develop community and family capacity to provide a safe environment for children and other vulnerable people.
The aim is to strengthen families’ capacity to provide safe care by increasing child safety through the Intensive Family Support approach providing intensive in-home support services and case management for Aboriginal children in ways that are:
- practical and flexible;
- in alignment with the Department’s case plan with the family;
- in accordance with the Children and Community Services Act 2004, and
- responsive to the cultural needs of the family.
The attached Job Description Forms (JDFs) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Billie Malseed, Team Leader Child Safety on (08) 6414 2777 or email Billie.Malseed@communities.wa.gov.au
The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.
Qualification Requirements
You must have a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Psychology, or relevant human services area to be eligible for the Senior Child Safety Practitioner - Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d)) position. All overseas qualifications must 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.
Which Position Do I Apply For?
Under our Child Protection Workforce Model, priority will be given to qualified applicants in the first instance to maintain a qualified workforce. Should a qualified applicant not be identified then this selection process will be used to fill the vacancy.
If you have a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Psychology or relevant human services area, please apply for the Senior Child Safety Practitioner Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d)) (Child Safety Qualified Stream Level 2) position. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements.
If you do not hold an approved qualification, please apply for the Senior Child Safety Officer Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d)) (Child Safety Unqualified Stream Level 3) position.
What we offer you
We offer a safe and healthy working environment, a range of benefits, including attractive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and learning and development opportunities in exchange for your skills, passion and commitment.
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 comrehensive 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 your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
- 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 Joyce Briggs, A/HR Consultant on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.
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
The Department of Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting and retaining Aboriginal people as a vital part of our diverse and talented workforce. The Department recognises Aboriginality as a genuine occupational qualification for this position under 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as such, and be recognised by the community.
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 Joyce Briggs, A/HR Consultant on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au. .
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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JDF - Senior Child Safety Officer - Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d)) - CSU3
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JDF - Senior Child Safety Practitioner - Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d)) - CSQ2
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