Department of Human Services
Job reference:******
Location:**** - INGLE FARM
Job status:Short Term Contract
Eligibility:Open to EveryoneHere at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to
deliver up-to-date programs, services and policy that strengthen
communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in
community life.
With people at the heart of what we do and a
commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with
disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and
decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.
About the Business
Pathways, Evidence and Partnerships
The Pathways, Evidence and Partnerships Directorate provides
statewide oversight of referral pathways, data, evidence and
commissioned service partnerships across the Child and Family
Support System.
We ensure children and families receive the right
support at the right time through referral systems, strong sector
relationships and high-quality evidence, as well as generating
research and insights to inform policy, strengthen practice and
drive continuous improvement.
Role Highlights
Flexible working arrangements available
Contribute to positive experiences and outcomes for
children and families
Work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders
Role Details
The Pathways Practitioner, Child and Family Support System
(CFSS) Pathways Service is a role within Child and Family Support
(CFS) and is accountable to the Supervisor, CFSS Pathways Service
for:
• providing high quality assessment of child safety, risk and
protective factors,



patterns of neglect and abuse, and needs of
vulnerable children from pre-birth through to 18 years old and
their families
• promoting and developing partnerships with government and
non-government support services, to identify and implement
responses to mitigate child protection risk and improve safety for
vulnerable children and their families
• consulting and providing advice to referring agencies in order to
identify diversionary responses for vulnerable families
• identifying and recording complex structured data, describing
risk and protective factors for families to inform broader child
protection system responses.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent
to minimum class C).
Must comply with any order, direction, policy or procedure of the
Chief Executive or delegate to receive vaccinations
Classification
AHP2 - Allied Health Professional
Salary Range
$94,997-$110,052
Duration
Term up to twelve (12) months
Enquiries to
Janelle Hutt
Phone: ******** ***
Email: ******
Diversity and Inclusion




DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and
inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the
communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with
disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people,
culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender
diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a
positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require
assistance with this process, please contact us at
******** and a member of the team will get back to
you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and
flexible ways of working, including part time.
Applicants are
encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this
role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to
apply.
We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with
disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and
acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for
people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive
in.
Applications close:28/07/2026 11:30 PM
Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_******.pdf
- Role Description - Pathways Practitioner - AHP2.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

📌 Pathways Practitioner (Adelaide)
🏢 Department of Human Services
📍 Adelaide