SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER / SENIOR CASE MANAGER
Reference 8X2EFEC5
SA Public Sector Employees Only
Division: Department for Child Protection
Location: Adelaide
Salary Range: $94,997 - $110,052/$94,769 - $109,787
Classification: AHP2/PO2
Engagement Type: Term
Closing Date: 24 Nov *******:00 PM
Role Highlights
Full-time temporary vacancy available until 31 December ****
Guide valuable risk assessments and investigations to elevate care outcomes
Child Protection Allowance in addition to annual salary.
As a
Senior Social Worker
(Allied Health Professional) or
Senior Case Manager
(Professional Officer), you will safeguard the wellbeing and safety of children and young people through complex investigations and risk assessments.
Based in metropolitan
Adelaide,
this dynamic and diverse role will involve intrastate and interstate travel to fulfill your specialist child protection duties.
This will strengthen culturally informed risk assessments that promotes stability and security for vulnerable youth.
The hiring manager,
Jacquelyn Caputo
, strongly encourages applicants to contact her via mobile or email before submitting their application to gain a greater understanding of the job requirements and special conditions.
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:
Manage complex investigations and risks assessments that adheres to a child protection framework
Oversee vital case management services that responds to the needs of children and young people
Review and assess notifications of child abuse and results of investigations, employing specialist knowledge and insight
Evaluate the risk of abuse and failure to protect to ensure care outcomes of youth adhere to departmental guidelines
Produce written and verbal intervention reports and care plans that maintain accurate reporting processes.
About you:
You possess high-level cultural awareness and interpersonal skills when conducting complex risk assessments
You exhibit specialist knowledge of child developmental stages and child protection frameworks
You have exceptional verbal and written communication skills
You are an enthusiastic team collaborator who can achieve goals collectively and independently
You can work under professional direction to handle complex issues and workload obligations.
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
Why You'll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:
At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:
A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family
Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.
You must have a current driver's licence (P2 or above) and willingness to drive is essential
Some intra/interstate travel (including in a small aircraft) and overnight stay may be required.
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, robust and connected.
Contact Us
Enquiries to Jacquelyn Caputo - Manager, Regional Services ************ ******
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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📌 Senior Social Worker / Senior Case Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 Child Protection
📍 Adelaide