Ahp3 Senior Social Worker Truancy

Department for Education
Job reference: 578529
Location: 5112 - ELIZABETH, 5118 - GAWLER
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Join Our Team as a Senior Social Worker and Make a Difference!
Are you passionate about improving educational outcomes for all children and ensuring equal opportunities? The Department for Education in South Australia is seeking a dedicated and experienced AHP3 Senior Social Worker (Truancy) to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of students and make a lasting impact on their lives.
About Us
Every 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 Role
As a Senior Social Worker (Truancy), you will play a crucial role in providing professional support and supervision to Social Workers (Truancy). Working closely with preschools and schools, your focus will be on delivering proactive and targeted services to support children, young people, and their families in addressing attendance, engagement, and retention concerns. You will also assist the Team Manager in recruitment activities and provide induction and professional support to Social Workers, ensuring adherence to professional and service delivery standards. You will:

• Provide effective and efficient professional support, development, and supervision to Social Workers (truancy positions).
• Implement, monitor, and evaluate professional and service delivery standards, with a focus on outcomes achieved.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify needs and determine service priorities.
• Apply evidence-based interventions and strategies for children and young people with attendance, engagement, and retention issues.
• Deliver proactive services across various settings, such as groups, whole sites, partnerships, and communities.
• Manage and prioritize personal workload through effective workload management plans and efficiency initiatives.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve work practices and services, monitor service access and outcomes, and contribute to ongoing service evaluation.
• Solicit client feedback, respond to complaints and feedback positively, and participate in investigations to drive service improvements.
• Contribute to research, service development, innovative practices, and initiatives within the discipline and across professional teams.
• Collaborate and liaise with non-government and government organizations, supporting interagency initiatives.

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.

About you
If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, we want to hear from you. Join our team of dedicated professionals and help us create a world-leading education system in South Australia. You must have:

• An appropriate degree or equivalent which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. (Essential)
• Demonstrated ability to apply professional knowledge in an education context.
• Strong assessment and intervention skills.
• Cultural awareness and commitment to inclusive practices.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage setbacks.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

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 attached Position Description.
Application Instructions
If you are passionate about improving children's lives and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit a CV and a Cover Letter stating how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the position description. Additionally, candidates are required to fill in and submit Application Cover Sheet and Pre Employment Declaration form attached to this advertisement.
Our team is eagerly waiting to review your application and explore the potential of having you on board.
Remuneration
AHP3: $102,641 - $110,094 per annum plus superannuation
Enquiries
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Catherine Opitz, Team Manager on Tel: (08) 8522 0900 or Email: catherine.opitz@sa.gov.au
Additional Note
One full-time (1.0 FTE) contract in Elizabeth and one part-time (0.5 FTE) contract in Gawler available, both starting on 4 March 2024 for 10 months.
Applications close: 29/02/2024 11:30 PM
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Flexibility Statement
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.