Senior Child Protection Worker - Family Domestic Violence
Branch: Service Delivery Great Southern – Albany WA
Salary: $102,808 - $112,645 a year
Employment Type: Full time, Permanent
Posted: 4 days ago, from Department for Child Protection and Family Support
The Department of Communities brings together vital services and functions that enable individual, family and community wellbeing. Our committed people come to work every day to make a positive difference to the lives of Western Australians, including some of our most vulnerable citizens.
The FDVRT: The Family and Domestic Violence Response Team (FDVRT) is a partnership between the Department of Communities, WA Police, and non-government domestic violence services. The team aims to improve the safety of child and adult victims of family and domestic violence through a collaborative approach that focuses on timely and early intervention following a police call out to a domestic violence incident.
As a Senior Child Protection Worker Family Domestic Violence, you will work as part of the FDVRT to provide a service to families and individuals who are experiencing or contributing to domestic violence. This service includes:
1. Assisting District and Police staff in assessing domestic violence incident reports.
2. Helping victims access support and services.
3. Engaging with community groups and other agencies to promote awareness and support for victims.
4. Responding to concerns regarding the safety and wellbeing of children and undertaking complex case work activities.
If you want to know more about the position, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Steve Nowak, Team Leader Child Protection, on (08) 6277 4***.
Our Offer: There is one (1) permanent, full time opportunity available. The remaining 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 twelve (12) months.
In return for your skills, passion and commitment we will offer you a challenging job, a safe and healthy working environment and a range of benefits (subject to eligibility) including:
1. Discount on private health insurance
2. Additional 3 Days Public Service Leave per annum
3. 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service
4. 14 weeks paid parental leave
5. Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations
6. Access to our free and confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
7. 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
Communities is the first WA Public Sector agency to be a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer. 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.
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 also be assessed for Australian equivalency.
Want to join us? Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
1. A current resume/CV.
2. A two (2) page written application addressing 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
4. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
5. An application form (for hard copy applications only).
Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.
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.
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, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, 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 Recruitment.
Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
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