The Department for Child Protection is seeking a Senior Tristate Community Worker to join our Far North team, based in Alice Springs. In this role, you will work with children, young people and families to provide support in the community and strengthen outcomes.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a cross-border role supporting Anangu families across South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory, in partnership with NPY Women’s Council and local communities.

This is a single vacancy offered under a dual classification and may be filled as either a Senior Social Worker (AHP2) or Senior Professional Officer (PO2), depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

In this role, you will:

• Lead collaboration across SA, WA and NT child protection systems
• Work alongside NPY Women’s Council and local communities to support the safety and wellbeing of Anangu children and families
• Build strong partnerships with Aboriginal organisations, cultural leaders and service providers
• Coordinate information sharing and referrals across jurisdictions to ensure timely, effective support
• Contribute to strategies that strengthen family functioning and promote family-led decision making.

About You

You are an experienced practitioner who thrives in collaborative, community-based environments. You bring strong knowledge of child protection practice, respect for Aboriginal culture, and the ability to navigate complex systems.

You build trusted relationships, communicate clearly, and take initiative in dynamic environments.

Persons of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, who have the appropriate background or skills but do not have the essential qualifications, are highly encouraged to apply.

What’s in it for you:

• Fully furnished, rent-free 3-bedroom shared accommodation (including utilities)
• Flexible roster options, including funded return flights to your home state (subject to negotiation)
• Camp allowance (up to $218 per week, subject to negotiation)
• Competitive salary with additional child protection allowances
• Professional development support and reimbursement.

Living and working in Alice Springs offers a unique lifestyle where vibrant community life meets extraordinary landscapes, with access to rich cultural experiences and close connection to Country.

Salary
AHP2: $91,785 – $106,330 p.a. + 12% super + 4% child protection allowance
PO2: $91,565 – $106,074 p.a. + 12% super + additional child protection allowance

A Qualification Allowance may be applicable if you hold an additional relevant qualification.

If you are committed to working in partnership with communities to improve outcomes for children and families, we encourage you to apply.

Essential for AHP: A degree level qualification in Social Work which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
Essential for PO: Appropriate degree qualification in Community Services, Social Sciences, Human Services.

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).

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

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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.