Victim Support Worker jobs

What is a Talent Register?

The Court Counselling and Support Services Talent Register is an online portal that allows you to register your interest for fixed term full time and part time opportunities up to twelve (12) months.

The Talent Register allows you to gain practical on‑the‑job experience, which can enhance your chances of securing a long‑term contract or permanent role when formal recruitment opportunities open.

About Justice

When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.

About the Role

The Court and Tribunal Services Division is responsible for the administration of courts and tribunals in Western Australia, including the provision of judicial support and the enforcement of criminal and civil court orders.

The Court Counselling and Support Services is a directorate within Court and Tribunal Services Division with the responsibility to provide specialised support services to child witnesses, family violence victims and victims of crime.

We’re looking for passionate, skilled professionals to join our Child Witness Service and Victim Support Service teams.

The services comprise of specialist roles, and the attached Job Description Forms detail each position and the capabilities we’re seeking.

A brief overview is provided below:

Child Witness Worker – Perth Metropolitan - Level 2 Specified Callings

• A Child Witness Worker supports children and young people who may need to give evidence in court as a witness or victim of crime.
• Workers provide practical information and emotional preparation throughout the court process and undertake assessments to provide information to the court about the young person’s needs.
• Workers liaise closely with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, Police, Courts and other stakeholders.
• Tertiary qualification in social work with AASW eligibility, or a four‑year psychology degree eligible for AHPRA registration.

Victim Support Worker - Perth Metropolitan - Level 2 Specified Callings

• The Victim Support Worker supports victim survivors of crime, by providing trauma informed assessment, case management, trauma counselling and psychological assistance.
• Provide practical, psychological and emotional support including information about court process and court outcomes, witness preparation, court support, counselling and assistance with victim impact statements.
• Workers liaise closely with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, Police, Courts and other stakeholders
• Tertiary qualification in social work with AASW eligibility, or a four‑year psychology degree eligible for AHPRA registration.

Regional Workers/Officers – Level 2 Specified Callings or Level 5

• Regional Workers are responsible for the provision of both the Victim Support Service and the Child Witness Service as listed above.
• These professionals must be able to work independently and have experience working with children, young people and adults.
• If you have a degree in Social Work with AASW eligibility, or a four year Psychology degree eligible for AHPRA registration, please specify the Victim Support and Child Witness Worker (Level 2 Specified Calling) position.
• If you do not hold the above qualification, please specify the Victim Support and Child Witness Officer (Level 5) position.

About You

We are looking for people with:

• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills;
• Resilience and an ability to remain calm under pressure;
• A high level of empathy, professionalism and accuracy in the delivery of information to a diverse range of people;
• Knowledge, experience and skills in working with children, individuals and families affected by trauma.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies and procedures.

When considering this opportunity, it is important to reflect on the nature of the work undertaken within Court and Tribunal Services. Positions may require exposure to evidentiary material which may be confronting or distressing.

Court and Tribunal Services is committed to minimising staff exposure to such material wherever practicable and provides comprehensive training, services, and resources to ensure employees are appropriately supported in managing these aspects of the role.

Eligibility to Apply

Applicants applying for the Level 2 Specified Calling positions, must possess a relevant tertiary qualification in social work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers or approved four year degree in psychology with eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.

In accordance with the National Child Safety Principles, people who work directly with children and young people, you must have a current Working with Children Check or be able to successfully apply for one to be eligible for appointment to this position.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to:

After lodging your application, you may be asked to attend an informal interview if a suitable vacancy arises. Your details will stay on our talent register for four (4) months, after which time, you will need to reapply.

Please be aware that there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made whilst your application remains on the register.

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding our talent register please contact Kaitlyn Walkerden on Kaitlyn.walkerden@justice.wa.gov.au.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.

Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.

Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.

Submitting your application

Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.