Role Status: Full-Time Term Vacancy until 12 September 2025

Remuneration: OPS2 ($58,709 - $63,154 per annum) + 11.5% Superannuation

The Department for Child Protection is seeking a Support Worker to join the Port Augusta Office on a full-time term basis.

The role is responsible for:

Sensitively handling requests for assistance by clients and undertaking research to prepare appropriate, client centred responses.

Enabling clients to access appropriate services through accurate assessment of their request and appropriate referral to Social Workers or to other agency staff.

Contributing to the development and review of intervention, access and family care plans in relation to access supervision.

Attending regular case discussions with the DCP workers, supervisor and other relevant parties as required.

Undertaking child and family support and assisting with programs and activities with cultural awareness and sensitivity.

About You

We are looking for resourceful individuals able to display initiative and confidence in taking action to achieve daily objectives.

To be successful in this role, you will have the ability to work within a team and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a range of stakeholders.

You will use your understanding of child development, positive parenting techniques and factors that impact on relationships between children, young people and their families to identify innovative solutions and provide efficient client services.

If you want a role where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of our most vulnerable children, then 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 DCP Can Offer You:

Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.

Paid parental and partner leave.

Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling for you and your family).

Free annual flu vaccination for staff.

Fitness Passport (gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia).

Special Conditions

Essential: A current Australian driver's licence (P2 or above) and a willingness to drive is essential.

To find out more about this role, including the key selection criteria and special conditions, please click on the 'apply' button.

Enquiries: Tara Blaikie, Manager on (08) 8648 5060 or email: [email protected]

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQI+ communities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications Close: 25 April 2025 11:00PM