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Northern Territory Government provided pay range
This range is provided by Northern Territory Government. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
A$90,432.00/yr - A$126,803.00/yr
Professional 1 - Remuneration Package Range $90,432 - $107,930 (including salary $76,377 - $87,700)
Professional 2 - Remuneration Package Range $106,626 - $126,803 (including salary $90,204 - $107,554)
*Nhulunbuy staff will also receive free housing (subject to availability) and remote entitlements
Regional Services Top End and Arnhem
Darwin, Nhulunbuy
Several full time ongoing and fixed vacancies are available
Selection will be made at the P1 or P2 level depending on experience of the successful applicant.
Apply your practical skills and tertiary qualifications in Social Work and make a positive difference to the lives of children and their families.
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is a multi‑functional human services and community‑focused agency that works to provide responsive, safe and quality services and programs that empower communities and improve social outcomes for all Territorians.
As a Carer Services Practitioner/Carer Services Senior Practitioner (P1/P2) you form part of a dedicated team of professionals delivering integrated statutory and non‑statutory welfare services to vulnerable children and families. Depending upon your professional experience your duties will include the management, recruitment and assessment of new carers requiring liaison with other departments and non‑government organisations, undertaking statutory responsibilities and exercising delegations under the Care and Protection of Children Act.
To be successful, it is essential you have completed a tertiary qualification which gives eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, Community Work Australia or the Australian Psychological Society or equivalent. Your strong understanding of the principles and functions of delivering statutory and non‑statutory welfare services, conducting strength‑based assessments, developing and delivering effective interventions, and demonstrated capacity to interpret and apply complex legislation will contribute to your success in the role. In addition, you will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, family and community structures, with the ability to communicate and work in a culturally safe manner.
In return, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package including 12% Superannuation, 6 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, additional 3 days paid leave over Christmas, 17.5% annual leave allowance, support to grow and develop your career, and the unique opportunity to experience the variety of work.
If you reside outside the territory, this is a great time to consider relocating to the Top End and Arnhem Region and relocation assistance may be available.
Based in either Darwin or Nhulunbuy, you will have the opportunity to travel across the Arnhem and Top End Region experiencing landscapes and cultures that are truly unique.
This is your chance to make a real difference to the lives of Territorians, both young and young at heart and experience an array of what the NT has to offer, including a rich‑multi‑cultural society and unique communities.
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Quote vacancy number: 13282
Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
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Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider and Other
Industries
Community Services and Individual and Family Services
Contact Information
Quote vacancy number: 13282
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Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
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