Senior Child Safety Practitioner
Government of Western Australia
- Katanning, WA
- $113,000-125,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
As a Senior Child Safety Practitioner you’re responsible for.
- 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 CEO;
- providing advice and expertise to District staff on the 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 action appropriate to the situation.
- You have knowledge of, or experience in the engagement, assessment, and intervention with families, vulnerable children, and communities
- The ability to build effective working relationships with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders within a compliance driven and legislative framework.
- You have knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and culturally diverse people.
- You have strong communication skills, and demonstrated skills in analysis and intervention planning, as well as the ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
- A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a relevant Human Service area
- 006699 – Permanent – Full Time
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 for information about the qualification requirements for this role, and how we will be assessing your qualifications.Join the Department of Communities
Apply online 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 (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 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).
- Government Regional Officer Housing (GROH) assistance
- 1 additional week Time Off in Lieu (TOIL)
- 2 additional days travel leave Time off in Lieu (Commuted TOIL)
- Public Service Holidays – additional 3 days holiday per annum (to be used same year)
- Annual Leave – 4 weeks annual leave per 12 months worked
- Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders – Up to 5 days per calendar year.
- On-the-job training
- Personal development courses
- Free annual influenza vaccinations
- Salary packaging
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 .Equity and DiversityThe 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, 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 Yusri Rosley.Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact on 13 64 64.Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.