An opportunity to make a positive and meaningful difference to the lives of our most vulnerable children.
1. Full-time term vacancy available until 6 March 2026.
2. Opportunity to be a part of an inclusive and collaborative team.
3. Employer contribution of 11.5% towards your superannuation.
Role Status: Full-time term vacancy available until 6 March 2026.
Remuneration: AHP1/PO1 ($68,478 - $83,594 p.a. + 11.5% Super)
Role Details
Join us at the Department for Child Protection's Inner South office as we grow our team with a dedicated Social Worker or Case Manager on a full-time term basis.
In this role, you will:
1. Work within a team to provide high-quality case management for children and families, following statutory guidelines.
2. Support families by assisting the safe return of children to their care and ensure the development, stability, and security of children in care.
3. Maintain a safe work environment by identifying and reporting incidents, hazards, and injuries, complying with DCP policies and procedures.
4. Prepare concise, informative written and verbal reports based on evidence analysis, including giving evidence as a witness in court.
To be successful:
You're a motivated, organised professional who understands the factors contributing to child abuse, especially in relation to child development, parenting, family, and environmental influences. You confidently apply this knowledge in your work and decision-making.
You communicate well and build effective networks with key professionals and families. You practise culturally sensitive child protection, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and communities from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Whether you're an experienced Allied Health Professional or a graduate ready for your next career challenge, we encourage you to apply
About the Business
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.
What We Offer:
1. Employee Assistance Program: confidential and independent counselling for you and your family.
2. Strong commitment to learning and development.
3. Paid Parental and Partner Leave.
4. Free annual flu vaccination for staff.
5. Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.
Special Conditions
Essential:
AHP: A degree level qualification in Social Work which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
PO: Appropriate degree qualification in Community Services, Social Sciences, Human Services, Health or related field.
Persons of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, who have the appropriate background and skills but do not have the essential qualification, may apply for and be engaged/assigned to the role of Social Worker and will be entitled to apply for any Allied Health Professional roles requiring a qualification in Social Work within the Department for Child Protection (DCP).
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Enquiries: Jamie Bonnet, Senior Practitioner, on 8177 4400 or email:
The department values an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community.
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Applications Close: 6 July 2025 11:00 PM