Child Safety Practitioner & Senior Child Safety Practitioner Division: Child Protection and Family Support Position No: Pool Ref COM25525 Salary: Child Safety Practitioner: CSQ Stream Level 1 $89,000 - $111,000 pa + Super - (DOC) CPCSA 2024/ Senior Child Safety Practitioner: CSQ Stream Level 2 $113,000 - $125,000 pa + Super - (DOC) CPCSA 2024 Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time Location: West Kimberley (Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing) & East Kimberley (Kununurra and Halls Creek) Closing Date: 2025-07-28 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
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. 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 OpportunityAs a Child Safety Practitioner or Senior Child Safety Practitioner, you will be responsible for engaging with children and families to promote and ensure their safety and wellbeing. This may include undertaking investigative actions to assess the safety and wellbeing of a child/ren, partnering with families and services to address child protection issues and strengthen family function, enhance victim-survivor safety through coordinating collaborative responses, or working with a childs care team to enhance the wellbeing of children in the care of the CEO.
As a Senior Child Safety Practitioner you will also work closely with your Team Leader to provide advice and guidance to members of your team on case practice responses, having evidenced further experience, expertise, knowledge and skills in child protection practices.
As a Child Safety Practitioner or Senior Child Safety Practitioner in the Kimberley, you have a unique opportunity to bring your passion, skills and expertise to a diverse regional landscape that will be sure to inspire and challenge your growth as a practitioner.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies fixed term and permanent that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
Qualification Requirements
You must have a Tertiary qualification or equivalent qualification as stated on the attached JDF for the relevant role. 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.
Our great benefits!Communities offers a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and ongoing learning and development opportunities in exchange for your skills, passion and commitment – click to find out more!
When you choose to work with us in the stunning Kimberley, you may also be eligible for a suite of regional benefits, including:
1. Government Regional Officer Housing (GROH) – Housing with subsidised rent.
2. Relocation/Removal Assistance
3. 5 Days Commuted Time Off in Lieu + 5 Days North West Leave after completing 12 months service in the region
4. Annual Leave Travel Concession – After 12 months service in the region, the Department will cover cost for return flights to and from Perth for yourself and any eligible dependents
5. Utility bills and air con subsidies
6. Regional Salary Packaging
Join the Department of CommunitiesApply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
7. A current resume/CV.
8. A cover letter outlining which position [Child Safety Practitioner or Senior Child Safety Practitioner] you are applying for, and includes identification of preferred Kimberley work location [Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek and Kununurra].
9. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF for the position you are applying for [Child Safety Practitioner or Senior Child Safety Practitioner].
10. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
11. 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 Macarena Acosta, HR Advisor by emailing HR.
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
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 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.
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 Macarena.
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 Child Safety Practitioner & Senior Child Safety Practitioner Agency Department of Communities Salary Location West Kimberley (Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing) & East Kimberley (Kununurra and Halls Creek) Unit/Division Child Protection and Family Support Branch Kimberley CPFS 1 Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time Position No. Pool Ref COM25525 Closing Date Position Title Child Safety Practitioner & Senior Child Safety Practitioner Branch Kimberley CPFS 1 Location West Kimberley (Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing) & East Kimberley (Kununurra and Halls Creek) Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time Position No. Pool Ref COM25525 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, housing, 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 OpportunityAs a Child Safety Practitioner or Senior Child Safety Practitioner, you will be responsible for engaging with children and families to promote and ensure their safety and wellbeing. This may include undertaking investigative actions to assess the safety and wellbeing of a child/ren, partnering with families and services to address child protection issues and strengthen family function, enhance victim-survivor safety through coordinating collaborative responses, or working with a childs care team to enhance the wellbeing of children in the care of the CEO.
As a Senior Child Safety Practitioner you will also work closely with your Team Leader to provide advice and guidance to members of your team on case practice responses, having evidenced further experience, expertise, knowledge and skills in child protection practices.
As a Child Safety Practitioner or Senior Child Safety Practitioner in the Kimberley, you have a unique opportunity to bring your passion, skills and expertise to a diverse regional landscape that will be sure to inspire and challenge your growth as a practitioner.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies fixed term and permanent that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
Qualification Requirements
You must have a Tertiary qualification or equivalent qualification as stated on the attached JDF for the relevant role. 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.
Our great benefits!Communities offers a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and ongoing learning and development opportunities in exchange for your skills, passion and commitment – click to find out more!
When you choose to work with us in the stunning Kimberley, you may also be eligible for a suite of regional benefits, including:
12. Government Regional Officer Housing (GROH) – Housing with subsidised rent.
13. Relocation/Removal Assistance
14. 5 Days Commuted Time Off in Lieu + 5 Days North West Leave after completing 12 months service in the region
15. Annual Leave Travel Concession – After 12 months service in the region, the Department will cover cost for return flights to and from Perth for yourself and any eligible dependents
16. Utility bills and air con subsidies
17. Regional Salary Packaging
Join the Department of CommunitiesApply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
18. A current resume/CV.
19. A cover letter outlining which position [Child Safety Practitioner or Senior Child Safety Practitioner] you are applying for, and includes identification of preferred Kimberley work location [Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek and Kununurra].
20. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF for the position you are applying for [Child Safety Practitioner or Senior Child Safety Practitioner].
21. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
22. 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 Macarena Acosta, HR Advisor by emailing HR.
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
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 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.
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 Macarena.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
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