Social Worker / Case Manager / Aboriginal Family Practitioner- PoolDepartment for Child Protection – Whyalla SARole Status: Multiple Full-Time Ongoing and Term Vacancies Available (Pool)Remuneration: AHP1/PO1 ($68,478 - $83,594 p.a. + 11.5% Superannuation)The Department for Child Protection is seeking employees to join their employment pool for various roles on a full-time, term and ongoing basis. The positions are located at our offices in Port Augusta, Port Lincoln and Whyalla. The roles are:Aboriginal Family PractitionerCase ManagerSocial WorkerAbout youWe are looking for motivated and organised individuals who can understand the factors contributing to child abuse, including aspects related to child development, parenting, family dynamics, and environmental influences. You will confidently apply this understanding to your work and decision-making.Our ideal candidates will be good communicators and can develop strong networks with key professionals and families. You will also have the ability to apply culturally sensitive child protection practices for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as for communities from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Benefits of Working with DCPYou will expand your professional knowledge and skills across intake, guardianship and reunification practices, while also acquiring transferable skills.This opportunity allows you 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 the PoolShould you be successful, you will be advised (in writing) that you have been recommended onto this pool. The pool will remain active for 12 months and during this time you may be contacted for an offer of employment. You are not required to accept any or all offers made to you, and DCP is not obliged to offer you any opportunities.Special ConditionsEssential Qualifications: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).Please indicate in your cover letter which position you are applying for.Please note: Pursuant to Section 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act, 1984 only people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Descent may be eligible for the Aboriginal Family Practitioner role.Enquiries: Jacquelyn Caputo, Manager- Regional Services on 0427 848 *** or email: ****** 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.To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.Applications Close: 29 December 2024 at 11:00 PM
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