ACCESS WORKER

Child Protection; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Flexible working options

Paid Parental and Partner Leave

Recognition and Growth

Salary Packaging

Health and Fitness Perks

Wellbeing Support

Job summary

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) Woodville office seeks an Access Worker on a part-time basis (18.75 hours per week). You will support the safety and wellbeing of children through practical coordination of access visits and reporting.

Ideal candidates are organised, adaptable, with clear communication, and hold a current Australian driver’s licence. The role offers flexible working options and meaningful community impact.

Qualifications

• Clear communication and listening to colleagues and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Organise meetings and travel arrangements for safe, supervised access visits.
• Support play and activities during access visits, engaging positively with children and young people.
• Respond to challenging behaviours and apply de‑escalation techniques as needed.
• Ensure accurate recording and reporting of information to support planning.
• Promote culturally competent practices to strengthen relationships and services.

Skills

Driver's licence

Job description

Part-time temporary vacancy available until 30 April 2027

Collaborate with colleagues to build on your skills and experience

Enjoy variety in your work while providing an essential public service.

Our Woodville office is seeking an Access Worker to join the team on a part-time basis, working 18.75 hours per week. In this role, you will contribute to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people through practical support and day-to-day coordination of access visits.

Your responsibilities will include organising visits, assisting with play and recreational activities, recording observations and sharing relevant information with colleagues to support ongoing planning. The role offers a mix of interpersonal, practical and administrative work, with the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the services we provide.

You will be organised and adaptable, with the ability to adjust plans when needed and respond appropriately to different situations. Clear communication and sound judgement will be important when interacting with children, young people, parents, carers and other professionals.

In this role, you will:

• Organise meetings and travel arrangements conducive to safe, supervised access visits
• Support play and activities during access visits, interacting positively with children and young people
• Respond to challenging behaviours and use appropriate strategies to defuse conflict
• Ensure relevant information is accurately recorded and reported
• Engage in practices that support a culturally competent workplace, to better establish relationships and improve services.

About you:

• You communicate clearly and listen carefully, building productive working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders
• You can relate positively to children and young people, responding to their needs with care and understanding
• You are organised and can manage competing priorities when schedules and responsibilities change
• You work collaboratively with others to deliver timely, effective services
• You value cultural inclusion and contribute to a safe and respectful workplace.
• A current Australian driver’s licence (P2 or above) and a willingness to drive is essential.

What’s in it for you – Perks 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.

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 Cheryl Maguire - Contact Coordinator

Enquiries to Cheryl Maguire - Contact Coordinator [phone] [e-mail]

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.

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.