SOCIAL WORKER / CASE MANAGER / SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER / SENIOR CASE MANAGER - POOL

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SOCIAL WORKER / CASE MANAGER / SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER / SENIOR CASE MANAGER - POOL Reference 2MCB9454 External Vacancy – Open to Everyone Division: Department for Child Protection Location: Hindmarsh Salary Range: $68,478-$83,594 Classification: AHP1 Engagement Type: Term Closing Date: 27 Jun 2025 11:00 PM Role Highlights AHP1/PO1 ($68,478 - $83,594 p.a. + 11.5% Super) AHP2 ($88,255 - $102,240 p.a + 11.5% Super) /PO2 ($88,255 - $97,667 p.a. + 11.5% Super) Are you an experienced Allied Health Professional or Graduate looking to take the challenge and/or next step in your career? The Department for Child Protection Hindmarsh office is currently seeking Social Workers, Case Managers, Senior Social Workers and Senior Case Managers to join their recruitment pool. In these roles you will work within a team to respond to the needs of children and their families by undertaking high quality case management in accordance with statutory guidelines. This is a unique opportunity to assist families by working in partnership with them to support the safe return of their children to their care and to work directly with children in care to assure their development, stability and security at all times. About You We are looking for motivated, organised individuals who have the ability to understand factors that contribute to child abuse within the context of child development, parenting, family and environmental factors and confidently apply this understanding to your work and the decisions you make. You need to be a good communicator and have the ability to develop strong networks with key professionals and families. You will also have the ability to apply culturally sensitive child protection practice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and community from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Special Conditions AHP: A degree level qualification in Social Work which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. PO: Appropriate degree qualification in Community Services, Social Sciences, Human Services, Health or related field. 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). To be appointed directly to the AHP2 level, successful candidates must demonstrate increased professional expertise, competence and experience to perform any standard professional task within the discipline. Candidates will have also attained greater specialised knowledge within the discipline, which enables them to provide professional services to client groups in circumstances requiring increasingly complex practice skills. To find out more about this role, including the key selection criteria and special conditions , please click on the attached role descriptions. What We Offer: Career progression tailored to your goals: we are a large organisation with diverse opportunities across metropolitan Adelaide, regional and remote South Australia Employee Assistance Program: confidential and independent counselling for employees and their families Strong commitment to learning and development Paid Parental and Partner Leave Free annual flu vaccination for staff Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities Access to Fitness Passport: a workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia. Contact Us Enquiries to Nadia Sherwood, Senior Business Support Officer 08 8406 2777 Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBQTI+ communities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Application Instructions You will be required to submit a 2 page cover letter addressing the key selection criteria of the role and a current resume/curriculum vitae. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr