Full-time temporary vacancy available until 11 December ****
Lead a dedicated team to bolster safety and wellbeing outcomes for clients
Child Protection Allowance in addition to annual salary.
OurHindmarshoffice is seeking an experiencedSocial Worker(AHP3) orProfessional Officer(PO3) to join the team as aSupervisor.
You will enact suitable supervisory measures to ensure exemplary social work and case management practices and standards are upheld.
Supporting the ongoing improvement of service delivery will play a pivotal component in strengthening care outcomes for clientele.
Seize this vital leadership prospect, as you elevate your mentorship capabilities and further your DCP career ambitions.
This is asingle vacancy offered under a dual classification, meaning it may be filled by either an experienced, qualified Social Worker (AHP3) or Professional Officer (PO3) depending on the qualification and suitability of the successful applicant.
Essential Qualifications:
AHP (Allied Health Skilled) positionsrequire applicants to hold aSocial Workqualification and be eligible for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
PO (Professional Officer) positionsrequire relevant qualifications inCommunity Services, Social Sciences, Human Services, Healthor other related fields.
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).
In this role, you will:
Integrate culturally appropriate intervention methods and frameworks to uphold high-level care practices
Manage the development of services that will positively affect diverse clientele
Provide effective leadership that guides staff through complex conflict resolution scenarios




Establish robust partnerships and consult with relevant stakeholders to fulfill business needs
Generate high-level written documentation to maintain accurate reporting processes.
About you:
You can confidently lead a dedicated team to fulfill organisational goals and advance their workplace competencies
You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills when formulating reports
You can enact suitable conflict resolution strategies to handle complex issues
You have phenomenal written and verbal communication skills when providing professional advice to stakeholders
You promote a safe and inclusive work environment for optimal staff development.
Salary:
AHP3: $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. + 12% super
+4% child protection allowance
+regional financial incentive
+Professional Development Allowance - entitlement to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses
+Qualification Allowance may apply if you hold an additional qualification relevant to the role.
PO3: $111,870 - $119,994 p.a. + 12% super
+additional child protection allowance.
Special Conditions
You must have a current Australian driver's licence (P2 or above) and a willingness to drive is essential.
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.
Contact Us
Enquiries to Nadia Sherwood - Business Manager
Contact Us
Enquiries to Nadia Sherwood - Business Manager ************** ******
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.
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