Practice Leader, Restrictive Practices

7 days ago

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

**Department for Child Protection**
**Job reference**: 686767
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**Role Status**: Full-time term vacancy until 28 August 2026
**Remuneration**: $114,314 - $124,449 pa + 12% Superannuation

The Department for Child Protection is currently looking for a **Practice Leader, Restrictive Practices** to join our Adelaide office on a full-time term basis.

**The role is responsible for**:

- Leading the development and management of systems and policies for monitoring and reporting restrictive practices.
- Maintaining collaborative relationships with stakeholders and key business partners across the department, government and other service providers.
- Contributing to the improvement of policies, procedures, and systems that ensure safe, effective, trauma-informed care for children and youth.
- Coordinating and preparing clear, detailed and timely reports, memos, letters and briefings and monitor appropriate follow up action for management.

**To be successful in this role, you will have**:

- Extensive experience delivering culturally responsive, safe care to vulnerable children and families.
- Knowledge of restrictive practices and trauma-informed care for children with complex needs.
- Experience in leading and managing successful projects and programs.

If you are a strategic thinker with leadership skills, commitment to child protection, and have the passion to drive meaningful change, 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.

**There are many benefits to working with DCP, including**:

- 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 Qualifications**: A degree level qualification in Social Work which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

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

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

**Applications close**: 25/07/2025 11:00 PM

  • practice leader

    7 days ago

    Adelaide SA, Australia Department for Child Protection, South Australia Full time $118,887 - $129,427 per year

    Department for Child ProtectionJob reference: 700821Location: ADELAIDEJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to Everyone Role Status: Full-time term vacancy available until 13 November 2026Remuneration: $118,887 - $129,427Role Details:Join the Department for Child Protection as a Practice Leader in Out of Home Care based in Adelaide. This senior...

  • Practice Leader in Out of Home Care

    7 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Department for Child Protection Full time $120,000 - $140,000 per year

    Role Status: Full-time term vacancy available until 13 November 2026Remuneration: $118,887 - $129,427Role Details:Join the Department for Child Protection as a Practice Leader in Out of Home Care based in Adelaide. This senior role is your chance to shape practice standards, influence policy and drive positive change for children and young people who are...

  • Practice Partner

    1 day ago

    Adelaide, South Australia G8 Education Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Nurturing the greatness in every child - and in you.Join one of Australia's Largest Leading Early Education Providers  At G8 Education, we're on a mission to shape the future With 400+ early education and care centres under 21 brands, our 10,000+ dedicated team members nurture over 42,000 children every day.  As an ASX listed growth company, we're...

  • Practice Manager

    3 days ago

    Adelaide, Australia Vault Accounting Full time

    Responsibilities Supervise and mentor a team of accountants and administrative staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Oversee client engagements and resource allocation, ensure the delivery of high-quality accounting services, and maintain strong client relationships. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards,...

  • Practice Manager

    5 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Robert Walters Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    Are you a driven all-rounder with experience in bookkeeping and office management? We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional to join a legal practice as a Part-Time Practice Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to take charge of day-to-day operations while enjoying the flexibility of working 4 days per week, 4 hours per day.About...

  • Practice Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, Australia Vault Accounting Full time

    Responsibilities Supervise and mentor a team of accountants and administrative staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Oversee client engagements and resource allocation, ensure the delivery of high-quality accounting services, and maintain strong client relationships. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards,...

  • Practice Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Private Advertiser Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Playford Family Medical are currently looking for a Practice Manager.You will have the following attributes:At least two years experience.The duties and attributes -Day to day operational running of a busy general practice medical centreExcellent commitment to healthcare and supporting doctorsExperience with Best Practice SoftwareStaff management and...

  • Practice Nurse

    5 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Better Medical Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

    About the PositionFamily Health Care Medical Groupis recruiting for an Casual Practice Nurse (Enrolled or Registered Nurse) for our Golden Grove and Greenwith Family Health clinics.Your experience in health care will enable you to perform a range of clinical duties including; care plans, health assessments, childhood immunisations, cold chain and stock...

  • Practice Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Bridge Consulting Psychologists Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year

    Practice Manager Job Duties:Oversees daily practice operations, including diary management, financial procedures, cleaning, security, and occupational health and safetyLeads and supports a team of administrative staffLiaises with clinicians and administrative staff to ensure they have necessary supportWorks with the Director and third parties to develop...

  • Practice Manager

    1 day ago

    Adelaide, South Australia SA Wealth Group Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    SA Wealth Group are seeking an experienced Practice Manager to join our team, on a full-time basis. Join an award-winning financial services team and help clients achieve their goals.About SA Wealth GroupSA Wealth Group is a leading multidisciplinary financial services firm, integrating financial planning, lending, tax and property advisory under one roof....