Secure Care Worker

Department of Communities WA – Stoneville WA Make a difference in the lives of children who need it most. We need you Casuals receive an additional 25% loading allowance on top of the base salary 86,439 - 92,795 pa pro rata and penalty rates may apply. We are seeking employees who have genuine care and compassion for others. Those who are patient and understanding, have a non-judgmental attitude and recognise and respect cultural differences. People that can collaborate, build trust and communicate openly and honestly. Those who are self-aware and recognise what drives, motivates and challenges them. People that can quickly adapt to changing needs, be resilient and can understand and practice self-care. You will be embraced by a supportive team who are very welcoming. The team are willing to empower you and share their experience for you to thrive, whilst being reflective in its practice to achieve the best outcomes for the children in care. Secure Care’s vision is it will consistently practise a high level of therapeutic care and provide children and staff with a safe place to connect, reflect and heal. Want to make a difference? You will The Kath French Secure Care Centre (Secure Care) provides short-term intensive therapeutic care to vulnerable children who are presenting with high-risk behaviours. Part of this care occurs in a secured facility, and we are in the middle of designing a service that allows us to extend this intensive therapeutic support into a community-based service. The team is committed to providing children with safe, trauma informed, therapeutic care during their stay. Responsibilities As a Secure Care Worker, you will have an opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team that strives to make a real difference in the lives of children every day. You will work a rotating roster, including weekends and night shifts, and be part of a small, supportive and compassionate team that are supported by specialist education, psychology and social work staff who prioritise self-care and wellbeing. Your work is guided by the Sanctuary Model to ensure the consistent delivery of trauma informed care to young people in Secure Care, which includes the Seven Commitments for creating safe environments. Information Session Join an online Information Session. Register your attendance for Thursday 11 December 2025 at 12pm (AWST). The link is If you are unable to attend, please contact Sam Forrest, A/Assistant Director, on ***or email ***************@communities.wa.gov.au for a copy of the information session. Benefits In return for your skills, passion and commitment we will offer you a range of benefits. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. If you’re looking for more than just a job and ready to make a difference, apply now * Successful applicants will be required to complete a medical and physical functional capacity examination and attend mandatory training from 6 February 2026 to 19 February 2026. Please consider this before applying, as these are requirements of the role. Qualification Requirements Certificate III and Certificate IV in Community Services (in a related field) or approved equivalent Equivalent experience in working with or caring for children who have experienced trauma About the Department 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. At Communities, everyone can bring their whole self to work. We want all of our employees to feel valued and free to be who they are, regardless of their individual differences. We value diversity, treat everyone with dignity and fairness, and seek to understand the perspectives and experiences of others. We encourage applications from individuals young and old, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability and those with diverse gender identities and/or sexuality. Visit the main advertisement on the WA Government Jobs Board by clicking the Apply button or visit and search COM38625. Here you will find the Job Description Form (JDF), The Sanctuary Commitments and application requirements. We look forward to receiving your application #J-18808-Ljbffr