Join the Department for Child Protection (DCP) as a Senior Practitioner and use your expertise to strengthen practice and improve outcomes for children and families. Based in South Australia, this rewarding role offers the chance to work on complex child protection matters, mentor colleagues, and influence case management practice. You’ll collaborate with a wide range of professionals, apply solution-focused approaches, and contribute to the growth of social work knowledge and services. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career.
In this role, you will:
- Mentor and guide Social Workers and Case Managers to strengthen practice.
- Provide expert advice on complex case management and child protection matters.
- Collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
- Support case planning, reviews, and reporting to ensure effective interventions.
To be successful:
You are a capable and motivated professional with experience in social work or case management. You bring strong analytical skills, the ability to assess complex situations, and confidence in providing advice and mentoring to colleagues.
You work independently and collaboratively, balancing practical problem-solving with evidence-based approaches. You are committed to inclusive, culturally responsive practice and can build positive working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
If you’re ready to apply your skills, grow your impact, and help shape better outcomes for children and families, we encourage you to apply.