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Division: Child Protection and Family Support Position No: 010740 Salary: Operational Officer Qualified Stream Level 1, $83,456 - $109,860 pa + Super - (DOC) CPCSA 2024 Work Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Rockingham Closing Date: 2025-11-05 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, 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 Opportunity As an Education Officer you will provide education services for children who come under the care of or to the attention of the Department. Your day-to-day will involve developing and maintaining education programmes and supports for children, schools, carers and/or families. You will also be responsible for: Decisions and case management of education service referrals, including some complex cases. Determining appropriate school or alternative education programmes for children. Participating in education-related departmental projects and policy initiatives. Providing educational and social skill development support to the child, family or caregiver where appropriate. Your understanding of working and liaising with schooling and alternative education programme environments will make a difference in the lives of the children and families that you assist. Benefits Working at the Department of Communities we offer a safe and healthy working environment, a range of benefits, including attractive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and learning and development opportunities in exchange for your skills, passion and commitment. To view the range of benefits that may be available click here. There is currently 1 permanent position available for immediate filling. Qualification Requirements You will need to have a completed Bachelors Degree in Education or relevant equivalent to meet the requirements for this position. All overseas qualifications must have been assessed for Australian Equivalency. Application Process Apply online by clicking the Apply for Job button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: A current resume/CV. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. A copy of all qualification(s) (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). 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 Courtnie Hayes, A/HR Consultant, via email on [email protected]. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: 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 Communities welcomes applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Contact Courtnie Hayes, A/HR Consultant via email at [email protected]. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64. Lodgement Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted. Attachments Application Form Information for Applicants JDF - Education Officer - 010740 - OOQ L1.docx #J-18808-Ljbffr