Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern 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

Our Ageing, Disability Policy and Safeguarding Division delivers a range of services and provides leadership for government programs, policies and legislation to promote the wellbeing and inclusion of older South Australians and people with disability.

Role Details

The Adult Safeguarding Practitioner is a role within the Office for Ageing Well and is accountable to the Senior Adult Safeguarding Practitioner for:

- undertaking comprehensive assessments and providing service and case coordination to ensure that the rights and freedoms of vulnerable adults are upheld

- contribute to stakeholder engagement with key representatives from across government and non-government sector to support the development and implementation of the Adult Safeguarding Unit (ASU) agreed outcomes and deliverables.

Special Conditions

National Police Check required.

Some out of hours work may be required.

Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.

Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).

Essential Qualifications

Incumbent should hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification in an Allied Health discipline, which gives eligibility for full membership of or registration with the relevant skilled body as outlined in Commissioner's Determination 5:



Classification and Renumeration - Attachment 1 Minimum Qualifications.

Additional Information

You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of 2 pages, addressing how your skills, experience and capabilities align with the role description. You are also required to provide three work referees, one of whom must be your recent line manager, and attach your current resume via the online application form. For further information and how to apply for this role please visit our DHS website www.dhs.sa.gov.au/careers

Enquiries to:

Katrina Burgess

Phone: 04•• ••• 988

Email: [email protected]

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 [email protected] 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.

📌 Adult Safeguarding Practitioner (Adelaide)
🏢 Department of Human Services
📍 Adelaide