The Department of Communities is seeking a Senior Child Protection Worker/Senior Field Worker - Family Domestic Violence to join the Family and Domestic Violence Response Team in the Kimberley region.
This team works together with WA Police and non-government domestic violence services to improve the safety of child and adult victims of family and domestic violence through timely and early intervention following a police call out to a domestic violence incident.
The successful applicant will work as part of the FDVRT to provide a service to families and individuals who are experiencing or contributing to domestic violence.
This includes assisting District and Police staff in assessing domestic violence incident reports, helping victims access support and services, and engaging with community groups and other agencies to promote awareness and support for victims.
The position offers fantastic benefits including relocation assistance, subsidised housing, generous personal leave entitlements, and salary packaging remote benefits.
The team maintains a real sense of community and positive relationships with the children and families they work with, making this a unique opportunity to work within Aboriginal communities that have strong ties to culture, ceremony and the arts.