Case Worker

Department For Child Protection; Port Pirie; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Flexible working options

Paid parental and partner leave

Recognition and growth opportunities

Salary packaging

Health and fitness perks (Fitness Pass

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) is seeking a Case Worker to support children and young people in care from our Port Pirie office. You will identify needs, promote stability, and connect families with essential services across the region to foster growth and development.

Join a team focused on safeguarding children, delivering culturally aware services, and collaborating with service providers to improve regional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Australian driver’s licence (P2 or above) and willingness to drive.
• Experience in case management or working with families.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Commitment to developing and maintaining positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to contribute to initiatives that promote child safety for remote Aboriginal communities.

Responsibilities

• Work within a case management framework to support children and their families.
• Use a range of professional interventions and casework techniques.
• Visit children in care and provide support and assistance as required.
• Connect clients to appropriate services and to formal and informal community networks.
• Provide culturally appropriate and aware services.

Skills

Conflict management

Communication

Stakeholder relations

Advice and guidance

Child safety initiatives

Job description

Create meaningful outcomes for children and young people by establishing networks that promote positive change.

• Full-time temporary vacancy available until 19 November 2027
• Connect families with services and supports that meet their needs
• Help children in care to build strong, healthy identities.

Role Status: Full-time temporary vacancy available until 19 November 2027

Remuneration: CPW4 ($86,474 - $90,541) plus 12% superannuation

Our Port Pirie office is seeking a Case Worker to support children and young people in care. Through effective case management, you will identify individual needs, promote stability and encourage growth and development. Working collaboratively with service providers and community networks, you will also connect families with the resources available across the region.

Joining the Department for Child Protection (DCP) gives you the opportunity to contribute to our vision for children and young people to grow up safe, connected, cared for and supported to reach their full potential, with a strong sense of identity and belonging. Visit our website to find out more about working with DCP in regional South Australia.

In this role, you will:

• Work within a case management framework to support children and their families
• Use a range of professional interventions and case work techniques
• Visit children in care and provide support and assistance as required
• Connect clients to appropriate services, as well as formal and informal community networks
• Provide culturally appropriate and aware services.

About you:

• You have experience in handling conflict and managing challenging behaviours
• You can provide effective advice and assistance in a sensitive and professional manner
• You show a commitment to developing and maintaining positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders
• You possess excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• You can contribute to initiatives that promote child safety for families in remote Aboriginal communities.

If you're looking for a role where you can contribute to the care and support available in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

Essential Qualification:

• You must have a current Australian driver’s licence (P2 or above) and a willingness to drive.

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.

See our full list of benefits.

About DCP

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.

Special Conditions:

• You must have a current Working With Children Check.

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

Applications close: 18 November 2026, 11:00 PM

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.