Senior Child Protection Worker (Fdv) / Senior Field Worker (Fdv)

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 As a Senior Child Protection Worker Family Domestic Violence / Senior Field Worker Family Domestic Violence, you will provide service to families and individuals who are experiencing or contributing to domestic violence.

Some of your responsibilities are: Providing a professional service to individuals, groups and communities within a service delivery team, Providing appropriate consultation to staff and other service delivery Agencies, If required, managing a small local office and ensuring the efficient and effective use of resources, as well as representing the Department within the local community This position is located in the Kimberley Region, therefore, only applicants willing to relocate are encouraged to apply. As a frontline Child Protection related role, this position is eligible for the Regional Attraction and Retention Incentive (RARI) Scheme.

If you are appointed from this recruitment process during the effective RARI timeframe, you may be eligible for payments in addition to existing employment entitlements. For further information on RARI, we encourage you to take a look here. The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position.

For further information we encourage you to Ben Gasior, Assistant District Director, on 0402 851 *** or **********@communities.wa.gov.au during business hours. 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. 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 Protection Worker Family Domestic Violence position. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements. If you do not hold an approved qualification, please apply for the Senior Filed Worker Family Domestic Violence position.

The Kimberley RegionLocated in the far north of Western Australia, the stunning region boasts a relaxed atmosphere with many lifestyle and recreational activities available. Staff in the Kimberley maintain a real sense of community and positive relationships with the children and families they work with. A large percentage of the region’s population is Aboriginal, so working here offers a unique opportunity to work within these communities, which have strong ties to culture, ceremony and the arts.

To find out more about living and working in the Kimberley Region, click here. Benefits of Working

With Us Relocation assistance* Subsidised housing (GROH) District allowance Subsidised electricity from September to April Generous Leave Entitlements including: 4 weeks annual leave 15 days personal leave 1 week Northwest leave 1 week Commuted TOIL leave [accrued after 12 months] Free Pass to the Coast [accrued after 12 months, includes additional leave days and the cost of, or the equivalent to, a return flight to Perth for you and your dependents] District Allowance Salary Packaging Remote Benefits Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Employees

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 written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF for the position you're applying for.

If applying for the Senior Child Protection Worker (FDV) role, please attach 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).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Jamsie Ong, HR Advisor, on 0432 832 *** or *************@communities.wa.gov.au. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls

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 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, 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 Jamsie Ong, HR Advisor, on *************@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:

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 As a Senior Child Protection Worker Family Domestic Violence / Senior Field Worker Family Domestic Violence, you will provide service to families and individuals who are experiencing or contributing to domestic violence.

Some of your responsibilities are: Providing a professional service to individuals, groups and communities within a service delivery team, Providing appropriate consultation to staff and other service delivery Agencies, If required, managing a small local office and ensuring the efficient and effective use of resources, as well as representing the Department within the local community This position is located in the Kimberley Region, therefore, only applicants willing to relocate are encouraged to apply. As a frontline Child Protection related role, this position is eligible for the Regional Attraction and Retention Incentive (RARI) Scheme.

If you are appointed from this recruitment process during the effective RARI timeframe, you may be eligible for payments in addition to existing employment entitlements. For further information on RARI, we encourage you to take a look here. The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position.

For further information we encourage you to Ben Gasior, Assistant District Director, on 0402 851 *** or **********@communities.wa.gov.au during business hours. 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. 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 Protection Worker Family Domestic Violence position. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements. If you do not hold an approved qualification, please apply for the Senior Filed Worker Family Domestic Violence position.

The Kimberley RegionLocated in the far north of Western Australia, the stunning region boasts a relaxed atmosphere with many lifestyle and recreational activities available. Staff in the Kimberley maintain a real sense of community and positive relationships with the children and families they work with. A large percentage of the region’s population is Aboriginal, so working here offers a unique opportunity to work within these communities, which have strong ties to culture, ceremony and the arts.

To find out more about living and working in the Kimberley Region, click here. Benefits of Working

With Us Relocation assistance* Subsidised housing (GROH) District allowance Subsidised electricity from September to April Generous Leave Entitlements including: 4 weeks annual leave 15 days personal leave 1 week Northwest leave 1 week Commuted TOIL leave [accrued after 12 months] Free Pass to the Coast [accrued after 12 months, includes additional leave days and the cost of, or the equivalent to, a return flight to Perth for you and your dependents] District Allowance Salary Packaging Remote Benefits Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Employees

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 written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF for the position you're applying for.

If applying for the Senior Child Protection Worker (FDV) role, please attach 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).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Jamsie Ong, HR Advisor, on 0432 832 *** or *************@communities.wa.gov.au. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls

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 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, 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 Jamsie Ong, HR Advisor, on *************@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