More Than Just a Job!

At Communities we play a vital role in supporting and strengthening communities across Western Australia. We provide services and work with our partners to keep children safe, provide vital community services, including in emergencies, address homelessness, prevent family and domestic violence and provide stewardship for the disability sector. Our work also includes regulating early childhood education and care and leading initiatives across women’s interests, youth, seniors and ageing, carers, and volunteering.

Why Work With Us?

- We offer some of the most competitive public sector wages in Australia.
- We are a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program.
- Flexible work options – flexi leave, banked leave and public service holidays.
- More for your future – 12 per cent employer super contributions.
- Smart salary packaging – novated leases & work laptops.

Read more about the benefits of working with us.

Your Role. Your Impact.

Step into the world of CPFS Service Delivery North, where your work is more than just a job.

As a Child Safety Practitioner or Child Safety Officer, you will play a vital role in promoting the safety, wellbeing and development of children, young people and families. Working across the areas of child protection, children in care and family support, you will engage with children, families, carers, communities and partner agencies to deliver positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

In this role, you will build and maintain effective relationships with families, recognising and drawing on their existing strengths while supporting them to enhance their capacity to provide protected, stable and nurturing environments for their children. You will work collaboratively with families, communities and service providers to identify needs, coordinate supports and connect families with relevant services and community resources.

You will contribute to strengthening family and community resilience, supporting sustainable change and improved social wellbeing. The role also involves responding to concerns regarding the safety and wellbeing of children, undertaking assessments and interventions, and where required, taking appropriate legal action in accordance with the Children and Community Services Act 2004 to promote and safeguard children's wellbeing.

For children and young people in the care of the CEO, you will contribute to planning and delivery of services that support their safety, stability and development,



ensuring their individual needs are recognised and addressed.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and families while working as part of a dedicated team committed to achieving lasting positive outcomes for the community.

Visit Careers at Communities – our roles for more information.

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.

If you’d like to know more about the team or the role, connect with Emma Kirby, Team Leader Child Safety, on 0488 024 *** or email **********@communities.wa.gov.au.

For more details, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Opportunities Available

- Recruitment Pool: This recruitment pool may be used to fill various fixed term or permanent, full-time and part-time positions arising within the next 12 months.

Applicants will be considered for vacancies in the location of the advertised role/location preferences specified in their application

Which Position Do I Apply For?

Under our Child Protection Workforce Model, priority will be given to qualified applicants to maintain a qualified workforce. If no qualified applicant is found, we will then consider non‑qualified applicants.

If you have a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Psychology or relevant human services area, apply for the Child Safety Practitioner position. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements.

If you do not hold an approved qualification, apply for the Child Safety Officer position.

How to Apply – It’s Easy

Select “Apply for Job” and upload the following documents (Word or PDF only):

1. Your current resume/CV.
2. A short written statement up to two [2] pages addressing all the Essential Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF
3. A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
4.



A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).

Applicants will be assessed on their ability to meet the following Suitability Requirements:

- Job Requirements/JDF: As per the JDFs selection Criteria.
- Organisational Requirement: Already be based in Pilbara or Kimberely and/or must be willing to relocate.

The Suitability Requirements may be assessed at any stage of the recruitment process, which may include interview, referee reports and/or other assessment methods.

Appointment is subject to meeting all Suitability Requirements.

Equity 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 1984 (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 Erin Cronan, HR Advisor.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

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.

Need Assistance?

If you would like to discuss:

- adjustments,
- alternative formats,
- recruitment enquiries or,
- technical issues

Contact: Erin Cronan, HR Advisor on 0411 570 *** or ***********@communities.wa.gov.au

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers

National Relay Service:
TTY/Voice: 133 677
Speak & Listen: 1300 555 ***
SMS Relay: 0423 677 ***

Privacy Notice
Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (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.

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