Senior Child Safety Practitioner

Department of Communities WA – Mirrabooka WA 1d ago , from Western Australia Government 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 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. Job Opportunity As a Senior Child Safety Practitioner you will be responsible for the following: Responding to concerns regarding the safety and wellbeing of children and applying the provisions of the Children and Community Services Act 2004. Taking legal action to promote the safety and wellbeing of children where necessary. Undertaking case work activities of a complex nature. Providing services to children placed in the care of the District. Providing advice and expertise to District staff on child safety and protection issues. Assisting and planning with District staff and others to develop community and family capacity to provide a safe environment for children and other vulnerable people. Developing and maintaining a high degree of knowledge and skills in providing services and supports to families and communities to enhance the safety and wellbeing of children and other vulnerable members of the community. Investigating serious concerns about the welfare and safety of children and taking appropriate action. Qualification Requirements You must have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a 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. Application Process The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Narelle Davey, District Director, on 4***. There is currently 1 permanent position available for immediate filling. Please note that this position is based in Mirrabooka. We kindly ask that only applicants who are willing and able to work in this location apply. We are specifically looking for candidates who can commit to working at this site. Applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. Join the Department of Communities 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‑page written application addressing all the Essential 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). Applicants who are shortlisted will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process. For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Yusri Rosley, Human Resource Advisor, on *** and email *************@communities.wa.gov.au. Attachments Application Form Child Protection Qualification Framework Information for Applicants Senior Child Safety Practitioner (CPFS Service Delivery) – Generic – CSQ2 – July 2025.docx Equity and Diversity Communities welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. contact Yusri Rosley, Human Resource Advisor at *************@communities.wa.gov.au and via phone ***. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr