Support Worker

Department for Child Protection; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Flexible working options

Paid parental and partner leave

Recognition and growth opportunities

Salary packaging benefits

Health and fitness perks

Job summary

Department for Child Protection in Adelaide is seeking a Support Worker to help children, young people and families access services and navigate the support available to them. This full-time temporary vacancy in Blair Athol offers a remuneration of $66,416 to $69,504 per year plus 12% superannuation, with a current Australian driver’s licence requirement and willingness to drive.

You will respond to client needs, connect them with services, assist with supervision and family care plans, and

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Collaborative mindset with good judgment for practical solutions.
• Remains calm, respectful and impartial in challenging situations.
• Understanding of child development and family dynamics.
• Commitment to culturally aware, safe and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Respond sensitively to client needs and connect them with appropriate services.
• Assist with access supervision and family care plans.
• Help families connect with relevant community organisations.
• Facilitate activities that support children and young people to build healthy identities.
• Coordinate office systems, facilities and fleet maintenance requirements.

Skills

Clear communication

Collaborative

Calm under pressure

Child development understanding

Cultural safety

Education

Current Australian driver’s license (P2+) and willingness to drive

Job description

Role Status and Remuneration

Full-time temporary vacancy available until 29 October 2027.

Remuneration: CPW2 ($66,416 - $69,504) plus 12% superannuation.

Join our Blair Athol office as a Support Worker and help children, young people and families access relevant services and navigate the support available to them.

In this role, you will:

• Respond sensitively to client needs and connect them with appropriate services


• Assist with access supervision and family care plans


• Help families connect with relevant community organisations


• Facilitate activities that support children and young people to build healthy identities


• Coordinate office systems, facilities and fleet maintenance requirements

About you:

• You can communicate clearly and build positive relationships


• You work collaboratively and use sound judgement to find practical solutions


• You stay calm, respectful and impartial when responding to challenging situations


• You bring an understanding of child development and the factors that can affect family relationships


• You understand the importance of culturally aware, safe and inclusive practice

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:

• 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

Diversity & Inclusion

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.