Department for Child Protection
Job reference: 861512
Location: 5600 - WHYALLA
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Status: Full-time temporary vacancyavailable until 3 December 2027

Remuneration: CPW2 ($66,416 - $69,504) plus 12%superannuation

Our Whyalla team are seeking an AccessWorker or Support Worker to strengthenoutcomes for children and young people. This isasingle vacancy, where you will immerseyourself in compassion-led support and access work. Your highinterpersonal skillset and ability to instil enthusiasm andpositivity within your workplace duties will make a tangibledifference for clientele. This regional opportunity is a fantasticentry point in securing the cultural safety and inclusion ofvulnerable youth.

- Arrange and coordinate access visits between children,young people, parents and carers
- Enact appropriate conflict resolutions strategies tomitigate risks
- Record incidents, hazards and injuries to maintain accuratereporting processes.

As a Support Worker, you will:

- Manage sensitive matters of clientele by exercising preciseresponse measures
- Connect children and young people with valuable resourcesthrough dedicated research and networking endeavours
- Provide comprehensive administrative support and attendregular case discussions with DCP staff.

About you:

- You possess high interpersonal skills to effectivelycommunicate and understand the nuanced needs of clients
- You create a prosperous environment for clientele to thriveand attain greater independence
- You can accurately pinpoint the issues that affectvulnerable youth and provide suitable improvement measures
- You employ active listening skills to strengthen workingrelationships with children and young people
- You are a phenomenal team collaborator, who ensures qualityoutcomes are realised through timely communication andinitiative.

Why You’ll Love It Here - DCP Benefits ThatMatter:

At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:





- A cooperative team environment, working alongside peoplewho are committed to best practice and making a meaningfulimpact
- Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to helpyou balance work and life
- Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time tosupport you and your growing family
- Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements andopen doors to development across DCP
- Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a rangeof pre-tax benefits
- Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus accessto more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools acrossAustralia through our Fitness Passport program for you and yourfamily
- Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee AssistanceProgram services for you and your family.

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The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role inthe protection of children, young people and their families withinSouth Australia. The department provides support to vulnerablechildren and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

- You must have a current Australian driver’s licence (P2 orabove) and a willingness to drive is essential.

For a successful application you will need to respond to allpoints listed under theyourcapabilitiessectionof the attached roledescription. Please also note anyspecialconditionsthat may be listed.

Want to know more?

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, andwe welcome applications from people of all backgrounds,experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We arecommitted to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplacewhere everyone feels supported.

Flexibility Statement
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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📌 Access Worker / Support Worker (Whyalla)
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