Carers WA values its dedicated and skilled employees and aims to create a flexible, supportive and family, and carer friendly workplace. Carers WA actively supports diversity and inclusion and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI+ people, carers and people with a disability to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
Young Carer Assessment and Planning Officer
The role is responsible for advice and information, registration, assessing primary carer needs using a Carers Star planning process and then establishing a support plan. This new service was established by the organisation following the award of a tender to be a Regional Development Partner for new carer support services funded by the Department of Social Services.
Applications close at 4.00pm on Friday 5th June 2020.
Young Carer Education, Employment and Engagement Project Officer
The Young Carer Education, Employment and Engagement Project Officer is responsible for engaging with young carers 14 to 25 years who are in transition from secondary education into higher education e.g. TAFE, University, apprenticeships or those who are seeking support to gain job skills and / or employment. This role also works in collaboration with Carers WA Carers in Employment Program that supports adult carers undertaking job skill education and gain employment.
Applications close at 11.00pm on Sunday 21st June 2020.
Volunteers also form an integral part of our Carers WA staff. They are vital in assisting us in providing the best service and support to carers and their families throughout Western Australia. For more information on volunteering at Carers WA, please complete the enquiry form.
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Carers WA respectfully acknowledge that we work on Aboriginal land and pay our respects to community members and elders, past and present. Individuals pictured are models and are used for illustrative purposes only. Carers WA is committed to understanding, embracing and celebrating the rich and multi-dimensional experiences that shape our lives and aims to ensure that everyone who engages with the organisation feels welcome and included. Carers WA welcomes all people irrespective of ethnicity, lifestyle choice, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.
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