Professional 1 - Remuneration Package: $95,361 - $103,714 (including salary $74,377 - $85,700) plus additional market allowances of $7,238 and $4,000 retention allowance per annum
Professional 2 - Remuneration Package: $106,109 - $126,803 (including salary $90,204 - $107,554) plus additional market allowance of $8,820 and $4,000 retention per annum
Regional Services – Central Australia Business Unit
Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Several full time ongoing and fixed vacancies are available

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 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 frontline Child Protection Practitioner (P1/P2) in Alice Springs (or Mparntwe in the Arrernte language) 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 may include assessing individual, family and community issues, applying appropriate methods of intervention, delivering case work and case management services, undertaking statutory responsibilities and exercising delegations under the Care and Protection of Children Act.

To be successful, you require a tertiary qualification which gives eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, Australian Community Workers Association or the Australian Psychological Society or equivalent tertiary qualifications. A strong understanding of the principles and functions of delivering statutory and non-statutory welfare services, conducting strength bases assessments, developing and delivering effective interventions, and a demonstrated capacity to interpret and apply complex legislation is essential.

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 offered an attractive remuneration package including; 12 % Superannuation, 6 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, 17.5% annual leave allowance, generous market and retention allowances, support to grow and develop your career, and the opportunity to enjoy long term employment within the NT Government.

This is a great time to consider moving to Central Australia. Alice Springs (Mparntwe) is the third largest town in the Northern Territory and is situated halfway between Darwin and Adelaide. Situated next to the stunning MacDonnell Ranges and the Red Centre Desert, Alice Springs offers an enviable laidback lifestyle and work life balance that allows you time to explore the unique landscapes, Aboriginal rock art and a host of world famous events. The rich multi-cultural society and unique community spirit makes Alice Springs an easy place to meet people and make new friends. Relocation assistance may be available to successful applicants, and as an additional incentive, the Department also offers all new starters in Central Australia the option of three months’ rent free accommodation in Alice Springs if needed.

For more information click:

https://choosechildprotection.nt.gov.au

Explore the Territory:

https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/

https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/1329084/Central_Australia_regional_guide.pdf

Applications will be assessed throughout the advertised period therefore early applications are encouraged.

For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Andrew Walder on 08 8955 6001 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 32113
Closing date: 20/11/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search