• Region:​​​ Perth
• Job Type:​​ Full Time
• Classification:​ Social Work
• Salary:​​ $73,954 - $105,635

Do you want to experience life in regional and remote Western Australia with access to experiences that cannot be seen elsewhere? 

If you are seeking new adventures or commencing your child protection career, we want to hear from you! 

To avoid delay in assessing your application, it is important to submit all required qualification supporting documents. Refer to our website for details. 

This will be the experience of a lifetime

Child Protection Work is challenging, rewarding, and fulfilling. Working alongside families, other agencies and Community organisations, you’ll foster meaningful and productive relationships to help families build safety and support for their family members.

Child Protection Workers and Field Workers have responsibilities covering all aspects of child protection work. They respond to concerns regarding the safety and wellbeing of children, taking legal action where necessary, and maintain positive links and strong working relationships with other government and non-government agencies. You will also have the chance to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals, fostering a rich learning experience. 

As part of the application process, you’ll be asked about your location preferences. 

Want to know more? Attend one of our Info Sessions!

Please join us at one of our online career information sessions where you will hear from our leaders about contemporary practice and their experience working with Communities. 

Our Human Resources team will also be on hand to provide information about the available roles, employment benefits, career progression and tips and tricks for applying.  

The information sessions are interactive, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions.  
  
Register for our upcoming sessions by clicking the links below:   

• Tuesday 14 January 2025 at 12:30pm - Regional WA North
• Wednesday 15 January 2025 at 4:30pm - Metropolitan WA
• Thursday 16 January 2025 at 1:00pm - Regional WA South

Working at Communities

Our salaries are competitive and leave provisions and benefits are generous, we’ll support you in your work and your career development with professional supervision, a comprehensive learning pathway that will develop contemporary skills and knowledge and opportunities to advance your career. Regional specific benefits such as additional leave and assistance with air conditioning and travel costs may also be available (where eligible).  

Find out more about our regional locations, generous benefits and why Communities is a great place to work by clicking HERE. Considering a regional career can open you up to opportunities to develop new skills and build experience - plus help WA grow. 

Qualification Requirements

Under our Child Protection Workforce Model, priority will be given to qualified applicants in the first instance to maintain a qualified workforce.  

If you have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or relevant human services area, please apply for the Child Protection Worker position. All overseas qualifications must be assessed for Australian equivalency.  

Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements. 

To help us assess your qualifications please ensure the following is included in your application: 

• Degree certificate, or other evidence of completion. 
• Full official academic transcript that clearly states the date that the degree was conferred, and each unit of study.  
• Unit descriptors or syllabus. These are a brief summary of the unit content and should be copied and pasted into one legible Word document.  
• Overseas qualifications assessment (if applicable)  

Applications that do not include the required supporting information may have their assessment delayed.  

New graduates welcome! If you are a new graduate, we encourage you to apply for the Child Protection Worker position. 

If your graduation date is upcoming and you are found suitable for the Field Worker role, you can convert to the Child Protection Worker role upon completion of your degree if you are assessed as meeting the specified calling qualification requirements. 

If you do not hold an approved qualification, please apply for the Field Worker position. 

Applying is easy

Don’t miss out! Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply now’ button.

For further information about what to include in your application, please see our website link to Careers at Communities - Child Protection Workers and Field Workers.

Contact Us

For further information on the job duties, locations or requirements contact Victor Kicinski, Team Leader Child Protection, on (08) 6277 4126.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format: Contact our friendly HR Recruitment Team on [email protected] using the subject line: Child Protection Workers / Field Workers - Regional WA enquiry via EthicalJobs.

If you require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or to let us know your preferred methods of communication, please discuss with a HR Consultant at [email protected] or via the National Relay Service on: 

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 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 the HR Recruitment team [email protected].

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

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