Role Title: Research Intern - Secure Care Program
Organisation: Commissioner for Children and Young People
Internship Period: Semester 2 (July – October)
Location: Perth
The intern will support the development of a Secure Care Program by conducting a comprehensive literature review on best practices, models, and frameworks implemented both in Australia and internationally. This role involves gathering, analyzing, and summarizing research on secure care systems for children and young people, identifying evidence-based approaches, and contributing to the broader project work. The intern will work closely with the project team to provide research insights that inform policy development and program design.
The Commissioner is the independent person who works closely with children and young people, their families, community and government to make WA a better place for 0 to 18 year-olds. In particular, the key functions of the office include:
• Advocating for all children and young people.
• Monitoring laws, policies and practices that affect the wellbeing of children and young people.
• Promoting and valuing the voice of children and young people and the positive contributions they make to our society.
• Consulting children and young people, parents, families and government and non-government organisations.
• Researching the latest trends and information that relate to children and young people.
• Inquiring on behalf of children and young people about issues relating to their wellbeing.
Using research and the other evidence available, the Commissioner seeks to positively influence legislation, policy, services and attitudes.