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 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.

The Opportunity

As a Child Protection Worker you will work with children, young people and families who are vulnerable or in crisis to ensure children are safe and protected from harm. You will respond to welfare concerns, provide services to children in the care of the Department, provide support to families to strengthen their capacity to provide care and safety to their members, and link families to appropriate services.

Our Offer

We have several vacancies available for filling. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for fixed term or permanent opportunities that arise within the next 12 months. Fixed term opportunities may have the possibility of extension and/or conversion to permanency. 

The following Permanent positions are available for immediate filling:

003693 – Kalgoorlie

012220 - Kalgoorlie

003674 – Kalgoorlie 

Please only consider applying for this pool if you are genuinely interested in roles in the Goldfields.

For further information: Please contact Elaine Roche, Assistant District Director on (08) 6215 1224 or via email [email protected].

Qualification Requirements

You must have a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Psychology, or 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.

New graduates welcome! If you are a new graduate, we encourage you to apply. Please outline your estimated graduation date in your application. Proof of qualifications will be required prior to the completion of the process to demonstrate the work related requirements, but you can still apply for the position whilst you are waiting for your certificate.

How to apply for the role

Apply online by clicking the HERE and search for COM37224 and follow the applications instructions.

Lodgement is system generated. The advertisement will be available on Jobs WA for applications from Monday, 25 November 2024 to 4pm on Friday, 27 December 2024 [AWST]. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.