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 $89,464 - $96,043 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.
As a you will have an prospect to be part of a multidisciplinary team that strive to make a real difference in the lives of children every day.
You will work a rotating roster, including weekends and night shifts, and a as 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.
Refer to the attached Job Description Form for further information.
You will be required to work a rotating roster of morning, afternoon and awake night shifts from Monday to Sunday to support the children in care in a 24/7 service.
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.
(see attached)
Join an online Information Session You will hear from our leaders about Secure Care,



the role, their experience and career progression working with Department of Communities.
A HR Business Partner will provide information about the Department and employment benefits.
You will have the opportunity to ask questions.
If you are unable to attend, and seek further information, please contact
Sam Forrest
,
Assistant Director
, on
**************
or email for a copy of the information session.
Why Work With Us?
In return for your skills, passion and commitment we will offer you a.
Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the .
and ready to make a difference, apply now!
As part of the selection process, applicants will be assessed on their ability to meet the following suitability requirements, please consider these before applying:
Organisational: attend paid mandatory training from 5 October **** to 30 October ****.
Pre-employment: complete a medical and physical functional capacity examination.
Pre-employment: WA Driver's license.
Click the 'Apply for Job' button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
A current resume/CV that outlines your relevant experience for the role and includes two work related referees.
A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of relevance of the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
An application form (for hard copy applications only)
You will be prompted to answer the following online questions in your own words (not AI generated responses) for Questions 2, 3 & 4.
Your responses form part of your application assessment.
Question 1: Do you hold a current WA 'C' or 'C-A' class Licence?
If selected for an interview please note that for each of the below questions you may be required to provide the name, organisation and email address of the manager/supervisor who can verify your example.
Question 2: Please describe a situation where you worked therapeutically with a child who displayed highly challenging behaviours as a result of trauma, abuse or neglect.
Include what your role was at the time,



what trauma based behaviours were displayed by the child, and what did you believe was underlying these behaviours at the time.
(Criteria 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Question 3: Provide an example of how you have planned and delivered activities in accordance with trauma informed practice.
(Criteria 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Question 4: What does cultural safety mean to you?
Please provide an example of how you have contributed to creating a culturally safe environment in your workplace or practice.
(Criteria 3)
For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, discuss adjustments or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact .
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 click .
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (permanent, fixed term or casual) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
Equality and Diversity The Department of Communities is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act **** (WA) will apply to this position.
Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
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 HR at ******.
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact on ********.
Privacy Notice
Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act **** (PRIS Act).
By submitting your application, you acknowledge the collection of your personal information.
For further details on how your information is handled, please view our .
Lodgement is system generated.
Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Attachments:
- Application Form
- FAQ sheet section 51 measures to achieve equality
- Information for Applicants
- JDF - Secure Care Worker - L3
- The Sanctuary commitments
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📌 Secure Care Worker (Western Australia)
🏢 Department Of Communities Wa
📍 Western Australia