Team Leader Child Safety

Department of Communities WA – Fremantle WA 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 Title Team Leader Child Safety Responsibilities 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. Supervising team members in child protection case work matters and, where necessary, overseeing Case Workers in taking intervention action to promote the safety and wellbeing of children. 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. Undertaking complex case work activities with the team as required. Managing team resources, assigning tasks and ensuring equitable distribution of workload within the team. Reporting to the District Director on the activities of the team. Quality assuring the electronic reporting requirements of case workers in the team. Contributing to the planning and management of district activities under the direction of the District Director. Supervising and supporting team members and liaising with other team leaders and district/departmental staff to ensure sound practice standards are maintained. Ensuring the learning and development requirements of the team are maintained. 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 Materials A current resume/CV. A two (2) 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 qualifications (regardless of 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 Resources Advisor, on *** and email *************@communities.wa.gov.au. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls - 133 677 Speak & Listen - SMS relay - *** 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. Equity and Diversity Communities welcomes applications from people from a diverse range of 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. Please contact Yusri Rosley at *************@communities.wa.gov.au and via phone ***. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on . Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted. Attachments: Application Form Child Protection Qualification Framework Information for Applicants JDF Team Leader Child Safety (Serv Delivery & Statewide) Generic CSQ3 July 2025.docx #J-18808-Ljbffr