Social Worker

4 days ago

Elizabeth, Australia SA Government -DEPARTMENT FOR CHILD PROTECTION Full time

**Department for Child Protection**
**Job reference**: 685998
**Location**: 5112 - ELIZABETH
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**Role Status**: Full-time term vacancy available until 9 January 2026.

**Remuneration**: $68,478 - $83,594 + 12% Super

**Role Details**:
Ready to make a real difference? Join our committed team in South Australia's Playford office, where your skills as a **Social Worker** or **Case Manager** can help change lives. This is your chance to support children and families when they need it most, in a role that’s as rewarding as it is meaningful.

**In this role, you will**:

- Support children and families through effective case management that meets legal and policy requirements
- Assist in safely returning children to their families and help provide secure, stable care arrangements
- Write clear, evidence-based reports and present information in court when required
- Keep the workplace safe by reporting hazards, incidents and injuries, following correct procedures
- Work collaboratively with a team focused on positive outcomes and shared responsibilities

**To be successful**:
You communicate effectively and build strong relationships with both families and professionals. Your approach to child protection is respectful of cultural differences, especially when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and people from diverse backgrounds.

Whether you're an experienced Allied Health professional or a recent graduate looking for your next step, 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**:

- Employee Assistance Program: confidential and independent counselling for you and your family.
- Strong commitment to learning and development.
- Paid Parental and Partner Leave.
- Free annual flu vaccination for staff.
- Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.

**Special Conditions**:
**Essential**:
**AHP1**: $68,478 - $83,594 + 12% Super

**PO1**: $68,478 - $83,594 + 12% Super

**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.

To find out more about these roles, including the** key selection criteria**and **special conditions**, please click on the attached role descriptions.

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

**Applications close**: 29/07/2025 11:00 PM

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