Role Status:Full-time ongoing vacancy available
Remuneration:AHP5 ($137,075 - $149,922) plus 12% superannuation
Role Details:
As aSenior Managerlocated inElizabeth, you will enact strategic leadership and professionally oversee the operational management of the child protection system.
You will embody a culturally informed mindset that is committed to exceptional service standards for children and young people.
This collaborative role will lead statewide practice improvement that is centred on expert knowledge of policies, frameworks and guidelines.
Applying innovative and strategy-based approaches will fortify the child protection system and assist children and young people in care.
In this role, you will:
Convey knowledgeable insight of practice trends, risk developments and interpreting legislation
Oversee the execution of improvement methods of policies, frameworks and guidelines
Enact culturally, ethically and trauma-informed decision-making to elevate service delivery
Create innovative, evidence-based practices that strengthen mitigation strategies and statewide capability-building programs
Generate quality executive briefings, annual reviews, and reports and represent the department on high-level committees.
About you:
You can confidently lead operational practice and work collaboratively to enact key strategic change
You possess a positive attitude in resolving complex problems utilising sound judgement and initiative
You have strong understandings of current work practice and can deliver effective results for clientele in a timely manner
You demonstrate exemplary written, verbal, and cross-cultural communication to foster partnerships with an array of stakeholders




You can efficiently manage budget allocations and financial resources to optimise outcomes for children and young people.
Why You'll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:
At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:
A collaborative team setting, 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.
See our full list of benefits.
About DCP
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.
Special Conditions
Essential:




An appropriate degree or equivalent qualification in eitherSocial Work, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech PathologyorDevelopmental Educationwhich entitles registration or membership with the relevant board or association
All requirements to maintain registration or membership must be fulfilled.
Persons of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, who have the appropriate background and skills but do not have the essential qualification, may apply for and be engaged/assigned to the role of Social Worker and will be entitled to apply for any Allied Health Professional roles requiring a qualification in Social Work within the Department for Child Protection (DCP).
You must have a current Working With Children Check
For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under theyour capabilitiessection of the attached role description.
Please also note anyspecial conditionsthat may be listed.
Want to know more?
ContactROHAN BENNETT – REGIONAL DIRECTORfor a confidential discussion
Via tel: ******** *** or email: ******.
Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.
This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.
To apply for this role, please click on theapplybutton to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.
Applications close:30 July ****, 11:00 PM

📌 Senior Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 Department For Child Protection
📍 Adelaide