2d ago, from Western Australia Government
About us
At Department of Communities (Communities), we are privileged to provide services and partner with others to keep children safe; provide vital community services, including in emergencies; address homelessness; prevent family and domestic violence; provide stewardship for the disability sector; regulate the early childhood and care sector; and manage the agenda for women's interests, youth, seniors and ageing, carers, and volunteering.
Opportunity
Communities have child protection offices located throughout Western Australia. We are seeking experienced candidates to fill future permanent and temporary opportunities that arise in the North Metropolitan Regions of including Perth, Mirrabooka, Joondalup and Midland over the next 12 months.
Team Leaders
Team Leaders provide operational and professional leadership across child protection, children in care and family support service delivery.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the District Director or other senior leaders, the role is responsible for leading a district-based team, supervising complex statutory casework, and ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the Children and Community Services Act 2004. The position plays a critical role in safeguarding the safety, wellbeing and development of vulnerable children and supporting families across Western Australia.
Contact
Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for more information. For any position specific enquiries, we encourage you to contact Leah Jennings, District Director, on (08) 6277 5*** during business hours only.
Benefits
* Additional 3 Days Public Service Leave per annum
* 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service
* 18 weeks paid parental leave
* 10 days Disability Leave
* Discount on private health insurance
* Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations
* Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for you and your family
* 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
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 also be assessed for Australian equivalency. Refer to our information about the qualification requirements for this role, and how we will be assessing your qualifications.
Application Documents
* A current resume/CV, including copies of any qualifications referenced within.
* A two (2) page written application addressing 1 and 3 of the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
* A copy of your relevant degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
* An application form (for hard copy applications only).
Attachments
* Application Form
* Child Protection Qualification Framework
* Information for Job Applicants.pdf
* JDF - Team Leader Child Safety (Serv Delivery & Statewide) - CSQ3
Equity and Diversity
The 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, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, and youth.
Integrity and Honesty
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.
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