The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Wheatbelt Region

The Wheatbelt is home to one of Western Australia’s most visited attractions, Pinnacles Desert. There is much mystery surrounding these 150,000 limestone structures and whether they are sea shell residue, the remains of an old forest or the ruins of an ancient city. Here, you will also find the world-famous Wave Rock – a 15-metre high multicoloured granite formation resembling a giant wave that runs more than 100 metres in length.

The Region is made up of more than 200 communities and boasts a rich heritage and cultural diversity. So working here offers a unique opportunity to work within these communities, which have strong ties to culture, ceremony and the arts. This include being part of Hyden’s Wave Rock Weekender, one of many festivals on the calendar that contribute to The Wheatbelt’s vibrant arts, cultural and sporting scene, along with the Kulin Bush Races and the world-class Avon Descent.

Come and experience a destination like no other, contribute to a culturally rich region, and develop professional relationships that will last a lifetime!

The Opportunity

As a Family Safety Support Worker, you will be responsible for:

1. Supporting the Family Safety Coordinator in the effective delivery of the Multi-Agency Case Management (MACM) process and, where required, convening and leading MACM meetings for individuals, couples and/or families identified as being at the highest risk of high harm from FDV who are open to the FSS.

2. Assisting the Family Safety Coordinator, FDVRT members and District staff to develop community and family capacity to provide a safe environment for children and adult victim-survivors experiencing FDV.

3. Providing a case management and coordination function, aligned to practice guidelines, for those open to FSS.

4. Developing and providing community education and information that raises awareness of support services for families and communities that build on strengths and encourage growth and healing.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Melisa McPherson Family Safety Coordintor on (08) 6277 4141 or email [email protected].

There is currently one permanent position available for immediate filling.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 within the Wheatbelt.

Want to join us?

Visit the main advertisement on the WA Government Jobs Board (https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/) and search Pool Ref COM6825. We look forward to receiving your application!

Closing Date: Applications close 4pm Monday 17 March 2025 (AWST).

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.