Senior Child Protection Worker / Senior Field Worker Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d))

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, 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. The Opportunity The Senior Child Protection Worker Aboriginal Intensive Family Support 50d and Senior Field Worker Aboriginal Intensive Family Support 50d is 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 in assisting strengthen families' capacities 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. 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 positions. For further information we encourage you to contact  Elaine Roche , Assistant District Director, on (08) 6215 1224 or Elaine.Roche@communities.wa.gov.au during business hours. There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling. The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles. Living in the Goldfields Region Working in the Goldfields The Department of Communities in the Goldfields covers over 740,000 sq. kilometres - stretching from the pristine white beaches of Esperance, in the south, to the natural beauty of the Ngaanyatjarra Lands in our north. This expansive region is home to outback adventures waiting to be discovered, stunning landscapes, rich cultures and best of all welcoming and supportive communities. 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 Aboriginal Intensive Family Support 50d position. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements. If you do not hold an approved qualification, please apply for the Senior Field Worker Aboriginal Intensive Family Support 50d position. 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. 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 832 219 or 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 Jamsie Ong, HR Advisor, 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 - Child Protection Qualification Framework - Information for Job Applicants - JDF - Senior Child Protection Worker - Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d)) - SCL2 - JDF - Senior Field Worker - Aboriginal Intensive Family Support (50(d)) - L5.docx You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.