Senior Residential Care Worker - Country
Division:
Child Protection and Family Support
Position No:
Pool Ref COM*****
Salary:
Level 3, $116,303 - $124,855 pa (includes 30% commuted allowance) pro rata + Super - PSCSAA ****
Work Type:
Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time, Casual
Location:
Broome, Geraldton, South West, Kalgoorlie, Kununurra, Karratha, Roebourne and Port Hedland
Closing Date:
************:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Make a difference in the lives of children who need it most.
We need you!
We are seeking people who can
supervise
a team and
nurture
their growth and create a positive
culture
.
Those who can
collaborate
,
build trust
and
relationships
, openly and honestly
communicate
and display effective
conflict resolution
skills.
People that show
accountability
, show
respect
,
empathise
and recognise and respect
cultural
differences.
Those that are
trauma-informed
, understand factors in
child development
and prioritise the rights and needs of the child.
Your Role.
Your Impact.
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.
The vision for Therapeutic Residential Care in Western Australia is to provide a secure and stable home for young people that enables them to heal, connect, learn, and be prepared for their adult lives.
Want to make a difference?
Youwill!
As a Senior Residential Care Worker, you will be responsible coordinating assessment and residential plans for assigned children and young people, supervising Therapeutic Residential Care Workers in all matters impacting on the therapeutic care of children and young people, providing a high standard of therapeutic care consistent with the program objectives, and completing administrative duties including recording, computer data entry and preparation of reports.
Refer to the attached Job Description Form for further information or please contact the
Keith Maine Administration team on **************
.




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 Therapeutic Residential Care, which includes the Seven Commitments for creating safe environments.
(see attached)
We believe all our people are leaders, regardless of their role.
Our Leadership Expectations, outlined in Building Leadership Impact, describe the behaviours and mindsets we value.
The leadership context for this position is Personal Leadership.
Join one of our regional locations for an experience of a lifetime!
Discover what Broome , South West , Geraldton , Kalgoorlie , Kununurra , Karratha , Roebourne and Port Hedland has to offer you.
Why Work With Us?
In return for your skills, passion and commitment we will offer you a range of benefits including;
5 weeks annual leave (includes 1 week of shift work allowance)
10 days for public holidays
Three days public service holidays per annum
District allowance (not applicable for South West locations)
Specifically for Broome, Kununurra, Roebourne, Port Hedland and surrounding towns
additional benefits
apply;
Recreational Leave travel concessions (for you and your dependants after 12 months of continuous service)
Communities is a nationallyrecognisedAccredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program .
Fixed term and permanent employees receive 17.5% annual leave loading.
As part of the selection process, applicants will be assessed on the following suitability requirements, please consider these before applying:
Organisational: attend 4 weeks of paid mandatory training.
Pre-employment: complete a medical and physical functional capacity examination.
Pre-employment: WA Driver's license.




For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, discuss adjustments or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact ****** .
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term, permanent 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 Jobs and Skills WA on ********.
Integrity and Honesty
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process.
To read more, click here .
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 Privacy Policy .
Please note: This recruitment process may be closed or withdrawn at any stage.
Applicants will be notified if this occurs.
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
Flyer Residential Care Country
Information for Job Applicants.pdf
JDF - Senior Residential Care Worker - Country - Level 3
The Sanctuary Commitments
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📌 Senior Residential Care Worker - Country (Western Australia)
🏢 Department Of Communities Wa
📍 Western Australia