AHP1/2 Social Work - Truancy

Department for Education
Job reference: 586115
Location: 5600 - WHYALLA, 5700 - PORT AUGUSTA
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneWhy work with usEvery child and young person deserves a great education.We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.Together we will make our education system the best it can be.When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.About the roleThe Social Work Truancy service is based within a broader multi-disciplinary team, consisting of other allied health professionals and experienced educators known as Student Support Services. The Student Support Services (SSS) team works with schools and preschools to assist them to support the strengths, opportunities and additional needs of learners. This service is time-limited and based on identified and agreed upon goals, recorded in a service plan. The nature and level of support is tailored to each site's needs.The Social Work Truancy service provides support to preschools and schools, parents, children/young people and external providers to address concerns of truancy, attendance, engagement and retention issues tailoring evidence based interventions at a proactive, targeted or intensive case level for sustainable change. As a Social Worker you are required to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, autonomy, integrity and culturally responsive practice whilst providing a high level of service to the Whyalla, Port Augusta and Far North remote areas.This position works with the professional support of the Senior Social Worker.Why join us
Join us in our mission to provide a world-leading education system in South Australia. Apply now to be a part of the Department for Education and make a difference in the lives. You will:

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Enjoy work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
• Make a real difference in the lives of students, families, and communities.

Qualifications
Essential: An appropriate degree or equivalent which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). If you have acquired your degree overseas, please make sure this has been certified by the AASW before you apply.Special Conditions
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.
The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.For all other Special Conditions please refer to the Role Description.Application Instructions
Please submit a CV and an Application Letter identifying examples of your professional experience and skills that are transferable to this position. The application letter does not need to address each individual key selection criteria. Your CV and Application Letter should be no longer than four pages in total.Our team is eagerly waiting to review your application and explore the potential of having you on board.RemunerationAHP1: $67,466 - $82,359 per annum plus superannuation (will be adjusted to the actual hours worked)
AHP2: $86,950 - $100,728 per annum plus superannuation (will be adjusted to the actual hours worked)Enquiries
Please direct your enquiries to Vanessa Drechsler, Senior Social Worker on Tel: (08) 8648 8760 or Email: Vanessa.Drechsler2@sa.gov.auAdditional Note
Two full-time (1.0 FTE) contracts available, starting immediately. One is 3 months contract and the other 12 months contract. These positions are to be filled at either AHP1 or AHP2 classification level, determined by skills, knowledge and experience of individual applicants and level of responsibility relevant to the position.
Applications close: 14/04/2024 11:30 PMAttachments:
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The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.