Senior Child and Youth Professional

2 weeks ago


Adelaide, South Australia Department for Child Protection Full time
Role Overview

The Department for Child Protection seeks a Senior Child and Youth Worker to join their employment pool. This role is responsible for leading and guiding Child and Youth Workers in delivering quality outcomes for children and young people in care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership and direction to facilitate successful experiences for children and young people in care.
  • Support Child and Youth Workers in delivering quality outcomes for children and young people.
  • Contribute to the delivery and improvement of programs and services that facilitate the recovery and development of children and young people.

About You:

We are looking for confident individuals with extensive experience in working with vulnerable children and young people with complex issues and needs in a residential or related care setting.

Successful candidates will have the ability to communicate effectively and possess leadership skills to resolve complex incidents while maintaining the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

Requirements:

  • Hold a current South Australian driver's license (P2 or above).
  • Obtain and maintain a satisfactory suitability assessment to work with children and young people.
  • Undertake and successfully complete the Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention within twelve months of commencing employment.

About the Pool:

This pool will remain active for 12 months, and you may be contacted for an offer of employment during this time. You are not required to accept any offer made to you, and the Department for Child Protection is not obliged to offer you any opportunities.

What We Offer:

  • Career progression tailored to your goals.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Strong commitment to learning and development.
  • Paid Parental and Partner Leave.

Working with Our Organisation:

The Department for Child Protection plays a key role in the protection of children, young people, and their families within South Australia. We provide support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong, and connected.

How to Apply:

Please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.



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