Aboriginal Social Worker

**Department for Child Protection**
**Job reference**: 684685
**Location**: 5343 - BERRI
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**Role Status**: Full-time term vacancy available until 24 April 2026.

**Remuneration**: $68,478 - $102,240 + 12% Super

**Please disregard the 'Open to Everyone', this position is only open to applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent only pursuant to Section 56 (2) of the Equal Opportunity Act, 1984**

**Role details**

**Join us along the beautiful Murray River in the Riverland Region as Social Worker for our Berri Office.**

We’re seeking a committed and culturally knowledgeable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander professional to support vulnerable children and families. This is a full-time, term position. In DCP we refer to this specific role as an **Aboriginal Family Practitioner.**

**In this role, you will**:

- Respond to reports of child abuse and neglect involving Aboriginal families, including reviewing and reassessing cases when new information comes to light.
- Monitor family strengths and challenges, supporting Aboriginal families through respectful and culturally safe consultation processes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Aboriginal communities and key partners to support positive outcomes for children and families.
- Help families connect with local services that can support their wellbeing, safety, and ability to make lasting positive changes.

**To be successful**:
You can manage competing priorities and plan your workload effectively. You understand Aboriginal kinship systems and can build strong, respectful relationships with families and communities.

You bring sound problem-solving skills and a practical approach to finding solutions. You are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive working environment.

If you’re passionate about working alongside Aboriginal families to make a genuine difference, 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 Qualifications**: A degree level qualification in Social Work which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers; or Appropriate degree qualification in Community Services, Social Sciences, Human Services, Health or related field.

**Berri**:
Nestled on the vibrant banks of the Murray River, Berri is a charming Riverland town with just over 4,000 friendly residents and a stunning riverfront perfect for picnics, sports, swimming, sailing, and windsurfing. Here, teamwork thrives as employees build strong partnerships across government and community sectors, making a real difference in people’s lives. This is your chance to join a close-knit community and support meaningful outcomes. Click the link for more information on working with DCP in Berri.

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

**Senior Social Worker**: $88,255 - $102,240 + 12% Super

The DCP Call Centre operates on a 24 hours shift work basis. In some roles you will be required to undertake regular out of hours work, and attendance at nights, evenings and weekends on a rotating shift basis. Appropriate penalties are applied for this arrangement.

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**: 23/07/2025 11:00 PM