EOI - SENIOR PRACTITIONER - MULTICULTURAL SERVICES
Reference 1Q61D88A
DCP Employees Only
Division: Department for Child Protection
Location: Hindmarsh
Salary Range: $94,997 - $110,052
Classification: AHP2
Engagement Type: Term
Closing Date: 29 Oct 2026 11:00 PM
Role Highlights
- Full-time temporary vacancy available until 1 January 2027
- Build connections across government and non-government agencies
- Broaden your practice experience and grow your professional capability.
In this role, you will:
- Provide advice to staff on culturally responsive approaches to cases involving children and families from diverse backgrounds
- Develop culturally appropriate strategies to help staff engage effectively with clients
- Guide staff through challenging cases, providing professional supervision where needed
- Collaborate with government and community agencies to share knowledge and improve service delivery
- Review case plans and practice approaches to ensure culturally inclusive, evidence-based services.
About you:
- You apply culturally responsive practice when working with Aboriginal people and diverse communities
- You assess child safety concerns and work with families to support the safe care of their children
- You guide staff in developing Cultural Support Plans that meet legislative and duty of care requirements
- You provide sound advice and prepare clear, evidence-based reports, including for court proceedings
- You build productive relationships with stakeholders and encourage a culture of continuous learning.
- AHP (Allied Health Skilled)
positionsrequire applicants to hold aSocial Workqualification and be eligible for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
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.
- You must have a current Australian driver’s licence and a willingness to drive.
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 Jinoy Joseph - Senior Practitioner 0436 470 876
[email protected]
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, protected, 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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