Stronger Families Officer

Role Status: Full-Time Term Vacancy until 25 April 2025
Remuneration: AHP2 ($86,950 - $100,729 p.a. + 11% Super) / PO2 ($86,950 - $96,223 p.a. + 11% Super)

Role Details
The Department for Child Protection is seeking a Stronger Families Officer to join on a full-time term basis.

The role is responsible for:

• Liaising with and sharing information between women admitted to the Adelaide Women's Prison and the DCP case managers of their children.
• Participating in the AWP Mothers Matter parenting program sessions to support and educate women in custody on the child protection system and child safety.
• Assisting with transition planning, referrals to DHS for early intervention, advocating for referrals to family conferencing services and preparing community release.
• Facilitating the development and implementation of projects, programs and services to support DCP in achieving its strategic direction and stated goals.

About You
We are looking for a dedicated individual experienced in delivering high-quality services to children, young people, their families and the community.

In this role you will work closely with the Department for Correctional Services, so strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain productive networks and partnerships with key stakeholders will be essential.

You will have proven experience in contributing to family led decision making and self-determination for Aboriginal children, young people and families.

Our ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to deliver programs and projects, showcasing resourcefulness and initiative while working under limited direction.

If you are seeking a role where you can ensure a high quality of client service and be a key part of a significant intra-agency initiative, then we would love to hear from you.

About the Business
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.

Special Conditions
Essential Qualifications:
AHP: A degree level qualification in Social Work which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
PO: A degree level qualification in Community Services, Social Sciences, Human Services, Health or related field.

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).

To find out more about this role, including the desired capabilities and special conditions, please click on the 'apply' button.

Enquiries: 
Kylie Hawke, Manager Regional Services on 0400 210 *** or email: ***********@sa.gov.au

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQI+ communities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications Close: 26 April 2024 at 11:00PM