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Support children through casework that ensures their safety, wellbeing and stability, and work with families to achieve positive outcomes.
Role Status: Multiple temporary full-time and part-time positions available
Remuneration: AHP1 ($71,217 - $86,938) / AHP2 ($91,785 - 106,330) / PO1 ($68,478 - $83,594) / PO2 ($91,565 - $106,074) + 12% super
Join our Gawler office, where multiple opportunities are available for Allied Health Professionals (AHP) and Professional Officers (PO) across Social Worker, Senior Social Worker, Case Manager and Senior Case Manager roles. These vacancies can be filled by either a qualified Allied Health Professional (Social Worker or Senior Social Worker) or a Professional Officer (Case Manager or Senior Case Manager), depending on your qualification and experience.
In these roles, you will respond to the needs of children and their families by undertaking high quality case management in accordance with statutory guidelines.
You will assist families by working in partnership with them to support the safe return of their children to their care, and work directly with children in care to assure their development, stability and security at all times.
Essential Qualifications
AHP (Allied Health Professional) positions require applicants to hold a Social Work qualification and be eligible for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
PO (Professional Officer) positions require relevant qualifications in Community Services, Sociology, Criminology, Justice, Correctional Practice, Social Sciences, Human Services, Health or other related fields.
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).
In these roles, you will:
Use a solutions-based approach to case management
Conduct investigations in a child-centred manner, with a focus on safety and support
Assess risk, protective factors and family capacity using evidence-informed practice
Support children in care and assist families toward reunification where appropriate
Respond to notifications of abuse and reassess matters as new information emerges.
About you:
AHP1 / PO1
You will have a sound understanding of child development, risk and resilience
You will manage workloads, priorities and timeframes effectively
You will build positive working relationships across teams and services
You will apply culturally responsive practice with diverse families
You have the ability to assess needs and respond to complex situations.
AHP2 / PO2
You use influence and negotiation to mediate conflict and achieve effective outcomes
You have demonstrated ability in providing written and verbal reports based on the analysis of evidence
You can develop staff capability and apply social work methods to support critical thinking and reflective practice.
Salary:
AHP1 ($71,217 - $86,938) + 12% super / AHP2 ($91,785 - 106,330) + 12% super
+ 4% child protection allowance
+ Professional Development Allowance
+ Qualification Allowance may apply if you hold an additional qualification relevant to the role.
AHP2 positions are also entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses through the Professional Development Allowance.
PO1 ($68,478 - $83,594) + 12% super / PO2 ($91,565 - $106,074) + 12% super
+ additional child protection allowance
What's in it for you - Perks That Matter:
At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:
A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
Paid Parental and Partner Leave - additional paid time to support you and your growing family
Recognition and Growth - we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
Salary Packaging - reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
Health and Fitness Perks - free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.
See our full list of benefits.
Special Conditions
You must have a current Working With Children Check
Want to know more?
Contact Teegan Pearce - Practice Leader for a confidential discussion
Via tel: (08) 8521 4444 or email: [email protected]
Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.
To apply for this role, please click here to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.
Feel free to contact [email protected] / 1800 630 124.
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