Job opportunity

Living and working in WA’s regional and remote communities can provide a unique lifestyle where there's no shortage of adventure.

Experience the astounding diversity and beauty in the national parks and reserves decorated around the Goldfields including: tranquil eucalyptus forests, wide sweeping plains, dry lake beds, low lying scrub land and spinifex fields.

Play a round of golf with visiting Kangaroos at the iconic Kalgoorlie Golf Course, enjoy events at the Goldfields Arts Centre, try your luck at gold prospecting or take in the wildlife.

Explore the technicolour dreamscape of the Golden Outback. For further information on living in the region watch this video.

The Role
Child Safety Practitioners work with children, young people and families who are vulnerable or in crisis to ensure children are safe and protected from harm.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responding to concerns regarding the safety and wellbeing of children in accordance with provisions of the Children and Community Service Act 2004.
• Taking legal action to promote the safety and wellbeing of children where necessary.
• Providing services to children placed in the care of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
• Connecting identified families and their children with support services and community resources.
• Working alongside families to strengthen their capacity to provide care and safety to their family members in ways that:
  - are sustainable.
  - will build resilience in children, families and the community.
  - ultimately increases social wellbeing.

For more information about the role, please visit our website or refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For any position or location specific enquiries, we encourage you to contact Renee Cortesi, Assistant District Director, on (08) 6215 1224 during business hours only, or via email to Renee.Cortesi@communities.wa.gov.au.  

The Opportunities
We currently have the following opportunities available in our Kalgoorlie office:

• Two permanent, full time opportunities (positions 006688 and 003674).
• Three temporary, full time opportunities available for up to 3 months, with the possibility of extension(s) and permanency (positions 019666, 003680 and 003671).

Please only apply if you are interested in working in Kalgoorlie.

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:

• Travel concessions (‘free pass to the coast’) for every two years’ service
• Access to Government Regional Officer (GROH) accommodation
• Commuted Time off in Lieu (TOIL)
• District Allowance of $2,354 (without dependants) or $4,708 (with dependants) in addition to base salary
• Utility subsidies
• Additional 3 Days Public Service Leave per annum
• 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• 10 days Disability Leave
• 5 days Reproductive Health Leave
• Discount on private health insurance
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations
• Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for you and your family
• 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
• Working for a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of permanent and contract employment (with the possibility of extension(s) and/or conversion to permanency) that arise within the next 12 months.

What are we looking for?
To be considered for this position, you must demonstrate that you have:

• Knowledge of Child Protection and the approaches needed to enhance child safety and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of, or experience in the engagement, assessment, and intervention with parents, children, and families.
• Strong communication skills, and demonstrated skills in analysis and intervention planning, as well as the ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
• Knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and culturally diverse people.
• A relevant tertiary qualification (see ‘Qualification Requirements’ below).

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.

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:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A 2-3 page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
4. A copy of any other qualification/s referenced in your application.
5. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact the HR Recruitment team at 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
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.

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 HR Recruitment team via 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.