Job opportunity

Make a difference in the lives of children who need it most.

We need you!

Secure Care Workers receive a 25% allowance on top of the base salary of $86,439 - $92,795 pa pro rata. Penalty rates may also apply.

We are seeking employees who have genuine care and compassion for others.  Those who are patient and understanding, have a non-judgmental attitude and recognise and respect cultural differences.  People that can collaborate, build trust and communicate openly and honestly.  Those who are self-aware and recognise what drives, motivates and challenges them. People that can quickly adapt to changing needs, be resilient and can understand and practice self-care.

You will be embraced by a supportive team who are very welcoming. The team are willing to empower you and share their experience for you to thrive, whilst being reflective in its practice to achieve the best outcomes for the children in care.

Secure Care’s vision is it will consistently practise a high level of therapeutic care and provide children and staff with a safe place to connect, reflect and heal.

Want to make a difference? You will!
The Kath French Secure Care Centre (Secure Care) provides short-term intensive therapeutic care to vulnerable children who are presenting with high-risk behaviours. Part of this care occurs in a secured facility, and we are in the middle of designing a service that allows us to extend this intensive therapeutic support into a community-based service. The team is committed to providing children with safe, trauma informed, therapeutic care during their stay.

As a Secure Care Worker you will have an opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team that strive to make a real difference in the lives of children every day. You will work a rotating roster, including weekends and night shifts, and a as part of a small, supportive and compassionate team that are supported by specialist education, psychology and social work staff who prioritise self-care and wellbeing.  Refer to the attached Job Description Form for further information.

You will be required to work a rotating roster of morning, afternoon and awake night shifts from Monday to Sunday to support the children in care in a 24/7 service.

Your work is guided by the Sanctuary Model to ensure the consistent delivery of trauma informed care to young people in Secure Care, which includes the Seven Commitments for creating safe environments. (see attached)

Join an online Information Session
You will hear from our leaders about Secure Care, the role, their experience and career progression working with Department of Communities.  A HR Business Partner will provide information about the Department and employment benefits. You will have the opportunity to ask questions.

Register your attendance for Tuesday 28 April 2026 at 12pm (AWST): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/secure-care-worker-perth-western-australia-information-session-28426-tickets-1986395230607?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you're unable to attend to seek further information, please contact Sam Forrest, Assistant Director, on (08) 6414 3087 or email HRBPStatewideServices@communities.wa.gov.au for a copy of the information session.

Our Benefits
In return for your skills, passion and commitment we will offer you a range of benefits. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer. through the Carers + Employers program.

If you’re looking for more than just a job and ready to make a difference, apply now!
* Successful applicants will be required to complete a medical and physical functional capacity examination and attend mandatory training from 15 June 2026 to 10 July 2026. Please consider this before applying, as these are requirements of the role. 

Click the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV that outlines your relevant experience for the role and includes two work related referees.
2. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of relevance of the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
3. An application form (for hard copy applications only)

You will be prompted to answer the following online questions in your own words (not AI generated responses) for Questions 2, 3 & 4. Your responses form part of your application assessment.

• Question 1: Do you hold a current WA 'C' or 'C-A' class Licence?
• Question 2: How do your skills and values align with this role and why is supporting others to achieve positive outcomes is important to you? (Criteria 1, 2, 3 & 4).

If selected for an interview please note that for each of the below questions you may be required to provide the name, organisation and email address of the manager/supervisor who can verify your example.

• Question 3: What is your understanding of cultural safety? Please provide an example (Criteria 3).
• Question 4: Please outline your experience working in a trauma-informed way with children who display behaviours that challenge. Provide an example of where you have demonstrated this in practice, and what was the outcome? (Criteria 2, 3 & 4).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.

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 click here.  

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term, permanent and casual) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. 

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 at 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.

The Department of Communities is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.  As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.