EOI - SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER / SENIOR CASE MANAGER

Child Protection; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Child Protection Allowance in addition

12% super

Job summary

Department for Child Protection in Blair Athol is seeking a Senior Social Worker (Allied Health) or Senior Case Manager (Professional Officer) on a full-time term basis. The role oversees safety and wellbeing of children through investigations and assessments, with a focus on positive care outcomes and statutory compliance.

The appointment is at the appropriate classification level and includes a child protection allowance in addition to the annual salary, with 12% superannuation and a presence

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification and eligibility for AASW membership.
• PO positions require qualifications in Community Services, Social Sciences, Health or related fields.
• Full membership with AASW for Allied Health Professional classification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex case management to strengthen child safety.
• Conduct investigations and assessments of child protection issues.
• Apply appropriate response measures to abuse notifications per policy.
• Produce written and verbal intervention reports and reflect on frameworks.
• Uphold inclusive, culturally respectful practice during visits and assessments.

Skills

Case management

Investigations

Written reports

Communication

Education

Social Work degree

AASW eligibility

Community Services/Health related qualification (for PO)

Job description

EOI - SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER / SENIOR CASE MANAGER

Reference 6B44B46A

DCP Employees Only

Division: Department for Child Protection

Location: Blair Athol

Salary Range: $94,997 - $110,052/$94,769 - $109,787

Classification: AHP2/PO2

Engagement Type: Term

Closing Date: 13 Sep 2026 11:00 PM

Role Highlights

Full-time temporary vacancy available until 30 October 2026

Create a prosperous environment for vulnerable clientele

Child Protection Allowance in addition to annual salary.

As a Senior Social Worker (Allied Health Professional) or Senior Case Manager (Professional Officer), you will oversee the safety and wellbeing of children and young people through specialised protection methods. Situated in Blair Athol, this senior role will monitor complex child protection matters through investigations and assessments that promote positive care outcomes for clientele. Utilising your professional expertise, you will enact beneficial change adhering to statutory guidelines and DCP frameworks.

This is asingle 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 case management that strengthens the safety of children and young people
• Conduct investigations and assessments that evaluate child protection related issues
• Apply suitable response measures to resolve notifications of abuse that adheres to strict departmental policies
• Produce written and verbal intervention reports that clearly demonstrate understandings of child protection frameworks
• Uphold cultural values that recognise inclusivity and diversity when conducting visitations and assessments.

About you:

• You have an acute understanding of children and young people in their developmental stages and vulnerability
• You possess strong cultural understandings to bolster client engagement and service delivery
• You effectively generate high-quality written and verbal communication to echo reflections and assessments
• You can interpret and comply with relevant legislative and case management policies
• You are a phenomenal team player, who can also work independently to fulfill workload obligations.
• 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 – $109.787 p.a. + 12% super

• Additional child protection allowance

Special Conditions

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

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 Mel Rowe - Business Manager

Enquiries to Mel Rowe - Business Manager [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.