The role ofPrincipal Quality and Safeguarding Officerbased inAdelaidewill guide high-level clinical practice to support colleagues, DCP Executive and other government agencies.
You will provide expertly knowledge surrounding quality practices that safeguard children and young people.
Your clinical, evidence-based approach to problem-solving will strengthen the organisational goals and performance outcomes of the Quality and Safeguarding Unit.
This analytical and strategy-based position is a crucial component in DCP's commitment to protect vulnerable clientele.
In this role, you will:
Administer quality assurance, governance and management measures surrounding incident reporting
Implement evidence-based research and mitigation strategies to enhance safeguarding tactics for children and young people
Use an array of case management systems to effectively pinpoint risk factors and elevate documentation processes
Produce recommendations that heighten departmental practice, policies and procedures
Prepare thorough reports, memos, and briefings at an Executive and Ministerial level.
About you:
You can confidently enact improvement measures to heighten operational outcomes
You possess sound knowledge of quality functions and case management systems




You have extensive experience in child protection practice to pinpoint and manage risk
You are an exceptional verbal and written communicator, with high interpersonal skills to engage with key stakeholders
You can work collaboratively and independently to attain organisational goals in a timely manner.
Why You'll Love It Here - DCP Advantages That Matter:
At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:
A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family
Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.
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📌 Principal Quality And Safeguarding Officer (Adelaide)
🏢 Department For Child Protection
📍 Adelaide