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.

Please only consider applying for this vacancy if you are interested in roles in the Goldfields.

The Location

Working in the Goldfields - The Department of Communities in the Goldfields covers over 740,000 sq. kilometres - stretching from the pristine white beaches of Esperance, in the south, to the natural beauty of the Ngaanyatjarra Lands in our north. This expansive region is home to outback adventures waiting to be discovered, stunning landscapes, rich cultures and best of all welcoming and supportive communities.

Change your lifestyle, grow your career and make a real impact in the Goldfields!

The Team

Family and Domestic Violence Response Teams (FDVRTs) working in partnership with the Department of Communities, Western Australia Police Force, family and domestic violence Coordinated Response Services (CRS) and Department of Justice, Adult Community Corrections (ACC), work towards improving the safety of child and adult victim-survivors of family and domestic violence (FDV) and the accountability of perpetrators collaboratively.

The FDVRT is considered to be the state's frontline response to Family Domestic Violence (FDV), requiring the involvement of many service systems and agencies including child protection, police, specialised FDV services, courts, health, and housing.

The Opportunity

As a Family Safety Coordinator, you will provide a key interface between government agencies, community service organisations and the local community, gathering and sharing information to provide enhanced access to supports and services.

Your main duties include;

1. Convening and leading Multi-Agency Case Management (MACM) meetings for those open to the FSS,
2. Providing a case management and coordination function, aligned to practice guidelines, for those open to FSS,
3. Consulting on matters pertaining to FDV including acceptability of referral to the FSS, and
4. Establishing, leading and/or contributing to local FDV sector working groups seeking to strengthen existing service systems, address gaps and barriers and drive placed-based initiatives.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Caroline Nicholls, District Director, on 0437 883 490.

There is currently 1 permanent position available for immediate filling.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.

Join the Department of Communities

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
4. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Margia Munoz, HR Advisor on 0466 171 398 or via email on [email protected].

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

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

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. For more information on these requirements, click here.

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, women and youth.

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 Margia.

Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Applications close on Friday 18 April 2025. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.