Senior Child Safety Practitioner/ Senior Child Safety Officer Division: Child Protection and Family Support Position No: Pool Ref COM29425 Salary: CSQL2, $113,000 - $125,000/CSUL3, $107,000 - $116,000 pa + Super - (DOC) CPCSA 2024 Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time Location: West Kimberley (Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing) Closing Date: 2025-09-04 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.
Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the. 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
As a Team Leader Child Safety, you will work in the areas of child protection, children in care and family support and you will be responsible for:
1. managing a District team and responding to concerns regarding the safety and wellbeing of children in applying the provisions of the Children and Community Services Act 2004,
2. supervising team members in child protection case work matters and where necessary, oversees Case Workers in taking intervention action to promote the safety and wellbeing of children,
3. supervising team members in providing case work services to identified families and children in the care of the CEO, convening and chairing planning forums for children in the care of the CEO,
4. undertaking complex case work activities with the team as required,
5. managing team resources, assigning tasks and ensures equitable distribution of workload within the team,
6. reporting to the District Director on the activities of the team,
7. quality assuring the electronic reporting requirements of case workers in the team.
8. Contributing to the planning and management of District activities under the direction of the District Director,
9. supervising and supporting team members and liaising with other team leaders and District/Departmental staff to ensure sound practice standards are maintained,
10. ensuring the learning and development requirements of the team are maintained.
There are currently 2 fixed term positions available for immediate filling for a period of 12 months.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies fixed term or permanent that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
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 be assessed for Australian equivalency. Refer to our for information about the qualification requirements for this role, and how we will be assessing your qualifications.
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:
11. A current resume/CV.
12. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
13. A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
14. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
15. 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 Ashik Ahmed, HR Advisor, via HRR
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Living and Working in the West Kimberley
Located 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 West Kimberley region, click
Benefits of Working With Us (subject to eligibility)
16. Relocation assistance*
17. Subsidised housing (GROH)
18. District allowance
19. Access to flexible working arrangements, subject to business needs
20. Subsidised electricity from September to April
21. Generous Leave Entitlements (pro-rata for part-time) including:
20 days annual leave
15 days personal leave
5 days Northwest leave
22. Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
23. Free employee assistance program to support to you and your family members which includes counselling sessions
Integrity and HonestyThe 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 .
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 Ashik.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
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You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader. Position Title Senior Child Safety Practitioner/ Senior Child Safety Officer Agency Department of Communities Salary Location West Kimberley (Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing) Unit/Division Child Protection and Family Support Branch Kimberley CPFS 1 Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time Position No. Pool Ref COM29425 Closing Date Position Title Senior Child Safety Practitioner/ Senior Child Safety Officer Branch Kimberley CPFS 1 Location West Kimberley (Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing) Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time Position No. Pool Ref COM29425 Salary Closing Date Agency Department of Communities Description
The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.
Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the. 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
As a Team Leader Child Safety, you will work in the areas of child protection, children in care and family support and you will be responsible for:
24. managing a District team and responding to concerns regarding the safety and wellbeing of children in applying the provisions of the Children and Community Services Act 2004,
25. supervising team members in child protection case work matters and where necessary, oversees Case Workers in taking intervention action to promote the safety and wellbeing of children,
26. supervising team members in providing case work services to identified families and children in the care of the CEO, convening and chairing planning forums for children in the care of the CEO,
27. undertaking complex case work activities with the team as required,
28. managing team resources, assigning tasks and ensures equitable distribution of workload within the team,
29. reporting to the District Director on the activities of the team,
30. quality assuring the electronic reporting requirements of case workers in the team.
31. Contributing to the planning and management of District activities under the direction of the District Director,
32. supervising and supporting team members and liaising with other team leaders and District/Departmental staff to ensure sound practice standards are maintained,
33. ensuring the learning and development requirements of the team are maintained.
There are currently 2 fixed term positions available for immediate filling for a period of 12 months.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies fixed term or permanent that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
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 be assessed for Australian equivalency. Refer to our for information about the qualification requirements for this role, and how we will be assessing your qualifications.
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:
34. A current resume/CV.
35. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
36. A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
37. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
38. 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 Ashik Ahmed, HR Advisor, via HRR
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Living and Working in the West Kimberley
Located 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 West Kimberley region, click
Benefits of Working With Us (subject to eligibility)
39. Relocation assistance*
40. Subsidised housing (GROH)
41. District allowance
42. Access to flexible working arrangements, subject to business needs
43. Subsidised electricity from September to April
44. Generous Leave Entitlements (pro-rata for part-time) including:
20 days annual leave
15 days personal leave
5 days Northwest leave
45. Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
46. Free employee assistance program to support to you and your family members which includes counselling sessions
Integrity and HonestyThe 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 .
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 Ashik.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
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