Looking for a role where your work truly matters? The Department for Child Protection has Support Worker positions available in Port Augusta. In this rewarding role, you’ll use your skills and compassion to support children, young people, and their families. You’ll help strengthen relationships, connect families to the right services, and ensure children in care have safe and positive experiences. Port Augusta, the gateway to the outback, offers a welcoming regional lifestyle and career growth opportunities while making a real difference in your community.
Living in Port Augusta means enjoying the best of both worlds: a supportive, close-knit community with excellent local amenities, and the breathtaking natural beauty of the Flinders Ranges and Spencer Gulf right on your doorstep. Whether it’s hiking rugged trails, kayaking sparkling waters, or immersing yourself in rich cultural experiences and festivals, every day brings a chance to explore and connect.
Working in Port Augusta offers more than a job, it’s a chance to make a real impact. Our office is dynamic and collaborative, with colleagues who support each other and strong partnerships across government, non-government and Aboriginal community organisations. Together, we create meaningful change and lasting connections.
If you’re ready to grow your career while embracing adventure, community, and balance, Port Augusta is waiting for you.
In this role, you will
- Support children, young people, and families to access the right services
- Build strong connections with families, communities, and partner agencies
- Assist in developing and reviewing family care and access plans
- Participate in case discussions and provide input to support decisions
- Organise and support activities that promote healthy child development
To be successful
You are a people-focused professional with excellent communication skills and the ability to work with families from diverse backgrounds. You bring empathy, resilience, and confidence in supporting children and young people in care.
You have strong problem-solving abilities and can work independently while collaborating with social workers, supervisors, and other services. Your knowledge of child development, parenting practices, and community support networks helps you make a real difference. If you are passionate about creating safe, positive experiences for children and want to use your skills to improve lives, we encourage you to apply.