EOI - SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER / SENIOR PLACEMENT OFFICER
Reference *****DD5
DCP Employees Only
Division: Department for Child Protection
Location: Adelaide CBD
Salary Range: $94,997 - $110,052/$94,769 - $109,787
Classification: AHP2/PO2
Engagement Type: Term
Closing Date: 19 Oct *******:00 PM
Role Highlights
Full-time temporary vacancy available until 1 January ****
Administer targeted placements that elevates care outcomes
Child Protection Allowance in addition to annual salary.
As a
Senior Social Worker
(Allied Health Professional) or
Senior Placement Officer
(Professional Officer), you will conduct specialist assessments of placement requests to maximise outcomes for children and young people. Situated in
Adelaide
, this role strengthens the security and stability of vulnerable youth through your valuable consultation and management of high client loads. Your strong organisational skills and dedicated mentorship will create a harmonious environment for stakeholders to thrive and develop their placement referral knowledge.
This is a
single vacancy offered under a dual classification
. The successful applicant will be appointed at the appropriate classification level based on their qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.
Essential Qualifications:
AHP (Allied Health Professional) positions
require applicants to hold a
Social Work
qualification and be eligible for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
PO (Professional Officer) positions
require relevant qualifications in
Community Services, Social Sciences, Human Services, Health
or 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:
Understand the nuances of a child's development, behaviours and needs to secure appropriate placement options
Manage placement requests and referrals to uphold practice principles and legislative frameworks
Provide professional consultation to DCP staff and external agencies to ensure placements adhere to the needs of children and young people
Handle complex and high client loads through the application of cultural inclusiveness and upholding valuable social work practices
Conduct data analysis surrounding placement demand and outcomes to pinpoint service gaps for children and young people.
About you:
You possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills to enhance message delivery and outreach
You have proven competencies in negotiation and conflict-resolution to sustain a prosperous workplace culture




You understand the complex issues affecting vulnerable youth to identify suitable placements
You can provide qualified mentorship to staff surrounding social work matters to optimise team performance
You are a critical thinker, who can examine problems and provide sound solutions.
AHP2: $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. + 12% super
+4% Child Protection Allowance
+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.
PO2: $94,769 - $******* p.a. + 12% super
+Additional child protection allowance
You must have a current Australian driver's licence 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.
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.
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.
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📌 Eoi - Senior Social Worker / Senior Placement Officer (Adelaide)
🏢 Child Protection
📍 Adelaide