Support Worker: Public Service with Flexible Hours & Growth

Child Protection; Ceduna; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging

Health and fitness perks

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The Ceduna office of the Department for Child Protection is seeking a motivated Support Worker on a full-time temporary basis until 17 September 2027. You will provide high-quality client services to children, young people and families and learn alongside a welcoming team dedicated to safeguarding the community.

You will gain on-the-job training, opportunities to develop practical experience, and a chance to contribute meaningfully within the public service while building your confidence and

Qualifications

• 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 knowledge of child development and positive parenting approaches.
• You understand the importance of 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 requirements.

Skills

Communication

Collaborative work

Calm under pressure

Child development knowledge

Positive parenting

Job description

The Ceduna office of the Department for Child Protection is seeking a motivated Support Worker on a full-time temporary basis until 17 September 2027. You will provide high-quality client services to children, young people and families and learn alongside a welcoming team dedicated to safeguarding the community.

You will gain on-the-job training, opportunities to develop practical experience, and a chance to contribute meaningfully within the public service while building your confidence and