EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – 6 Months,

FNFW Senior Social Worker

Would you like to enhance your skills working with Aboriginal families in a regional and remote setting?

Would you like to do this in a way that allows you to spend six days a fortnight at home?

The Far North Far West Directorate is looking for an experienced metro-based practitioner to fill a Senior Social Worker role in Ceduna.

The Opportunity

In a FIFO capacity, travel directly to Ceduna and work to a roster of 8 days on. Travel back to Adelaide for your 6 days off to catch up with family and friends.

We are looking for someone with lots of energy and a passion for driving quality practice and supporting less-experienced colleagues to develop their practice skills and confidence.

With no two days the same, we will support you to:

·        enhance your leadership skills

·        improve your skills in working with Aboriginal families and communities

·        work in a multidisciplinary team

·        access professional development and support networks to advance your career.

Attraction Incentives

·        32% allowance in addition to your normal pay (includes weekend and public holiday penalty rates)

·        Flights between Adelaide and Ceduna.

·        Accommodation provided

·        Camp allowance.

What a great opportunity to “give to go” for just 6 months!

Essential Qualifications:

AHP: A degree level qualification in Social Work which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

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).

To find out more about this role, including the key selection criteria and special conditions, please click on the attached role description.

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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.

The Region

Ceduna is 780km west of Adelaide, South Australia and 480km east from the Western Australia border.

As an employee working at Ceduna, situated in the Far West Coast region you can:

• experience cultural diversity, outback locations, and regional city conveniences
• broaden your experience by working in a community setting
• experience working in connected way with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and Communities

Take advantage of the pristine Coast and undeveloped bushland areas. Enjoy camping, fishing, surfing and day trips in the spectacular South Australian Outback. To find out more about the benefits of working in the region, visit working with DCP in Ceduna.