support worker

Department for Child Protection

Job reference: 701092

Location: PORT AUGUSTA

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Status: Multiple full-time term vacancies available until 13 March 2026

Remuneration: $58,709 - $63,154

Role Details:

Looking for a role where your work truly matters? The Department for Child Protection has Support Worker positions available in Port Augusta. In this rewarding role, you'll use your skills and compassion to support children, young people, and their families. You'll help strengthen relationships, connect families to the right services, and ensure children in care have safe and positive experiences. Port Augusta, the gateway to the outback, offers a welcoming regional lifestyle and career growth opportunities while making a real difference in your community.

Living in Port Augusta means enjoying the best of both worlds: a supportive, close-knit community with excellent local amenities, and the breathtaking natural beauty of the Flinders Ranges and Spencer Gulf right on your doorstep. Whether it's hiking rugged trails, kayaking sparkling waters, or immersing yourself in rich cultural experiences and festivals, every day brings a chance to explore and connect.

Working in Port Augusta offers more than a job, it's a chance to make a real impact. Our office is dynamic and collaborative, with colleagues who support each other and strong partnerships across government, non-government and Aboriginal community organisations. Together, we create meaningful change and lasting connections.

If you're ready to grow your career while embracing adventure, community, and balance, Port Augusta is waiting for you.

In this role, you will

• Support children, young people, and families to access the right services
• Build strong connections with families, communities, and partner agencies
• Assist in developing and reviewing family care and access plans
• Participate in case discussions and provide input to support decisions
• Organise and support activities that promote healthy child development

To be successful

You are a people-focused professional with excellent communication skills and the ability to work with families from diverse backgrounds. You bring empathy, resilience, and confidence in supporting children and young people in care.

You have strong problem-solving abilities and can work independently while collaborating with social workers, supervisors, and other services. Your knowledge of child development, parenting practices, and community support networks helps you make a real difference. If you are passionate about creating safe, positive experiences for children and want to use your skills to improve lives, 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: A current Australian driver's licence (P2 or above) and a willingness to drive is essential.

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

Enquiries: Tara Blaikie - Manager on or email:

The department values an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community.

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

Applications close: 09/10/2025 11:00 PM