SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER / SENIOR CASE MANAGER / SOCIAL WORKER / CASE MANAGER

Child Protection; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging

Wellbeing support

Health and fitness perks

Job summary

Department for Child Protection in Elizabeth, South Australia, is hiring for Senior Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Social Worker and Case Manager roles. You will safeguard children and young people, handle complex casework, and contribute to high-quality assessments across the team.

The roles offer AHP and PO pathways, with several benefits and a focus on flexible working options within a supportive public sector environment.

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification for AHP positions and eligibility for AASW membership
• Relevant Community Services/Social Sciences/Health qualifications for PO roles

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex case management to safeguard children and young people
• Conduct investigations and assessments of child protection issues
• Provide intervention reports within department guidelines
• Maintain client information in the C3MS system and ensure accurate records

Skills

Social Work

Cultural awareness

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER / SENIOR CASE MANAGER / SOCIAL WORKER / CASE MANAGER

Reference 4YF575A9

External Vacancy – Open to Everyone

Division: Department for Child Protection

Location: Elizabeth

Salary Range: $94,997 - $110,052/$73,533 - $89,764

Classification: AHP2/PO1

Engagement Type: Term

Closing Date: 17 Nov 2026 11:00 PM

Role Highlights

Multiple full-time temporary vacancies available until 31 May 2027

Heighten care outcomes for vulnerable youth through high-level practice

Child Protection Allowance in addition to annual salary.

Multiple vacancies are available for an Allied Health Professional (AHP)orProfessional Officer (PO)to join the Elizabeth team as a Senior Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Social Worker or Case Manager. You will uphold high-quality response measures to safeguard the safety and well‑being of children and young people.

Applying your professional expertise and dedicated knowledge of social work and case management practices will strengthen the independency of vulnerable youth. Your workplace undertakings are vital to actively support clientele in rebuilding stable environments that place a child’s rights and interests at the forefront of decision‑making.

These vacancies can be filled by either a qualified Social Worker (AHP2/AHP1) or Professional Officer (PO2/PO1), depending on relevant qualifications and experience.

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).

As a Senior Social Worker/Senior Case Manager, you will:

• Oversee complex case management that supports the safety of children and young people
• Handle investigations and assessments that analyses child protection related issues
• Employ appropriate response measures to resolve notifications of abuse that adheres to strict departmental regulations
• Generate written and verbal intervention reports that distinctly highlight child protection frameworks.

As a Social Worker/Case Manager, you will:

• Safeguard the protection of children and young people through sound case management and inclusive practice
• Conduct regular visitations to fortify the independence and emotional security of clientele
• Apply DCP’s Practice Approach to incorporate evidence-based research to reflect robust case management
• Maintain accurate information surrounding clientele using the C3MS system.

About you:

• You possess high-level cultural awareness and interpersonal skills to emotionally respond to the needs of children and young people
• You have expert knowledge of child developmental stages and child protection frameworks
• You have exceptional written and verbal communication skills to deliver accurate reports
• You are a phenomenal team collaborator who can attain goals collectively and independently
• You can work under professional direction to handle complex issues and workload obligations.

AHP2: $94,997 - $110,052 + 12% super
AHP1: $73,710 – $89,981 p.a. + 12% super
+4% Child Protection Allowance
+Professional Development Allowance
+Qualification Allowance may apply if you hold an additional qualification relevant to the role. PO2: $94,769 – $109.787 p.a. + 12% super
PO1: $73,533 – $89,764 p.a. + 12% super
+Additional Child Protection Allowance. AHP2 positions are also entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses through the Professional Development Allowance. Why You’ll Love It Here - DCP Benefits 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.
• 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 Jenni Warren - Practice Leader [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.