Senior Child Protection Worker/Senior Field Worker

Convenience Buttons:     Time Remaining 28 days Are you passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children in Western Australia? This is an opportunity to make real change in communities, keeping children safe and strong.

Hear Directly from Our People! Watch this video to hear our Child Protection Workers and Field Workers share their experiences and insights into this rewarding profession.

This will be the experience of a lifetime… Senior Child Protection Workers and Senior Field Workers work with children, young people and families who are vulnerable or in crisis to ensure children are safe and protected from harm. They: Undertake case work activities of a complex nature. Make recommendations on the care and management of children.

Develop a high level of knowledge and skills in providing services and support to families and communities. Provide expert advice to District staff members on child safety and protection issues. Senior Field Worker positions are modified Senior Child Protection Worker positions that are ONLY available in Regional WA locations.

We have opportunities available across the state.  If you are found suitable for the role, you'll be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for vacancies that arise across the state in the next 12 months. As part of the application process, you’ll be asked about your location preferences.

We encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for more information on the role. Working at Communities Our salaries are competitive and leave provision and benefits are generous, we will support you in your work and your career development with professional supervision, a comprehensive learning pathway that will develop contemporary skills and knowledge and opportunities to advance your career.

Some of these benefits may include: An attractive and competitive salary plus, 11% superannuation, full employer contribution, which will increase to 12% by 1 July 2025 4 weeks annual leave, 3 days additional public sector holidays, 15 days personal leave per annum 14 weeks paid parental leave 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service 42/52 salary arrangement enables eligible employees to purchase up to ten additional weeks of leave per year by receiving a reduced salary rate over 52 weeks of the year. Deferred salary arrangement allows employees to reduce their salary by 20% over four years and take paid leave in the fifth year at 80% of their salary Regional benefits If you are working in a regional area, you may be eligible for a range of other benefits depending on your circumstances and district or geographical location.

These might include: District allowance Air-conditioning subsidies for properties with refrigerated air-conditioning An additional week of annual leave if you are based above 26th Parallel South Paid travel time and annual leave travel concession for certain districts Paid regional medical travel Subsidised housing may be available Removal and relocation assistance Find out more about our regional locations and generous benefits by clicking here.

Qualification Requirements You must have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or relevant human services area to be eligible for this 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. Applying is easy… Don’t miss out!

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 comprehensive resume/CV. A one [1] page written cover letter that outlines your skills and experience in alignment with the job description and the iCreate Values of the Department of Communities. 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). Contact

Us For further information on the job duties, locations or requirements: Refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Mel Curran District Director on 0432 835 ***. For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format: Contact our friendly HR Recruitment Team on *************@communities.wa.gov.au.

If you require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or to let us know your preferred methods of communication, please discuss with a HR Consultant at *************@communities.wa.gov.au or via the National Relay Service on: 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 our HR Recruitment Team. 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:

Agency Department of Communities Company Information Description Are you passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children in Western Australia? This is an opportunity to make real change in communities, keeping children safe and strong.

Hear Directly from Our People! Watch this video to hear our Child Protection Workers and Field Workers share their experiences and insights into this rewarding profession.

This will be the experience of a lifetime… Senior Child Protection Workers and Senior Field Workers work with children, young people and families who are vulnerable or in crisis to ensure children are safe and protected from harm. They: Undertake case work activities of a complex nature. Make recommendations on the care and management of children.

Develop a high level of knowledge and skills in providing services and support to families and communities. Provide expert advice to District staff members on child safety and protection issues. Senior Field Worker positions are modified Senior Child Protection Worker positions that are ONLY available in Regional WA locations.

We have opportunities available across the state.  If you are found suitable for the role, you'll be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for vacancies that arise across the state in the next 12 months. As part of the application process, you’ll be asked about your location preferences.

We encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for more information on the role. Working at Communities Our salaries are competitive and leave provision and benefits are generous, we will support you in your work and your career development with professional supervision, a comprehensive learning pathway that will develop contemporary skills and knowledge and opportunities to advance your career.

Some of these benefits may include: An attractive and competitive salary plus, 11% superannuation, full employer contribution, which will increase to 12% by 1 July 2025 4 weeks annual leave, 3 days additional public sector holidays, 15 days personal leave per annum 14 weeks paid parental leave 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service 42/52 salary arrangement enables eligible employees to purchase up to ten additional weeks of leave per year by receiving a reduced salary rate over 52 weeks of the year. Deferred salary arrangement allows employees to reduce their salary by 20% over four years and take paid leave in the fifth year at 80% of their salary Regional benefits If you are working in a regional area, you may be eligible for a range of other benefits depending on your circumstances and district or geographical location.

These might include: District allowance Air-conditioning subsidies for properties with refrigerated air-conditioning An additional week of annual leave if you are based above 26th Parallel South Paid travel time and annual leave travel concession for certain districts Paid regional medical travel Subsidised housing may be available Removal and relocation assistance Find out more about our regional locations and generous benefits by clicking here.

Qualification Requirements You must have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or relevant human services area to be eligible for this 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. Applying is easy… Don’t miss out!

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 comprehensive resume/CV. A one [1] page written cover letter that outlines your skills and experience in alignment with the job description and the iCreate Values of the Department of Communities. 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). Contact

Us For further information on the job duties, locations or requirements: Refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Mel Curran District Director on 0432 835 ***. For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format: Contact our friendly HR Recruitment Team on *************@communities.wa.gov.au.

If you require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or to let us know your preferred methods of communication, please discuss with a HR Consultant at *************@communities.wa.gov.au or via the National Relay Service on: 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 our HR Recruitment Team. 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