Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Aboriginal Family Support Services (AFSS) has been serving South Australian Aboriginal communities for over 40 years. We are passionate and committed to working with families and community to keep children safe in family, culture.
Together with Family
Accepts referrals from DCP to work with families to address Child Protection Concerns and build new skills to allow children to return to their care. This program provides intensive case management support to work with families so they can address the issues that lead to removal, recognize and build on their strengths and support positive relationships with their children.
As a Case Worker you will
* Demonstrated high-level organisational skills, communication skills, writing skills and an ability to positively interact with AFSS staff, clients, sector representatives and community.
* Computer literacy with the Microsoft Office suite of products.
* Experience in working with Aboriginal families, particularly in a family support or therapeutic context.
* Experience working with families who have experienced or are experiencing acute or chronic disadvantage and/or trauma and loss.
* Experience working as a practitioner in Human Service Programmes such as those provided by AFSS.
* Experience in working with families experiencing a range of difficulties.
* Experience working with families involved in the Child Protection System.
What you need
* A Minimum Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention (or similar, as required by our funding contracts), or must obtain qualification within 12 months of starting the role.
* A South Australian Working with Children Check (WWCC)
* A NDIS Employment Clearance
* National Police Check
* A Safe Environments for Children and Young People (Through Their Eyes) Certificate
* A current and full South Australian Driver's License
* Unrestricted eligibility to work in Australia
Don't have a WWCC & NDISWC? You can apply on-line at
Ideally You Will Also Have
* Qualifications in Social Work, Social Sciences or Community Services or similar
Working in a not-for-profit agency you can salary sacrifice to increase your take home pay.
If this sounds like you, Click Hereto view the Job and Person Specification on our website:
For more information, please call Ebony Marshall on Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm)
Applications close 9am Tuesday 9th September 2025
We look forward to receiving your application, however if you do not provide a 2-page cover letter addressing your skills and experience against the Job and Person Specification, we are unlikely to consider your application. AFSS reserves the right to commence interviews prior to closing date and may fill the role if a suitable candidate is identified.