Job SOCIAL WORKER and CASE MANAGER, Adelaide

Department for Child Protection
Job reference: 685998
Location: 5112 - ELIZABETH
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Status: Full-time term vacancy available until 9 January 2026.

Remuneration: $68,478 - $83,594 + 12% Super

Role Details:

Ready to make a real difference? Join our committed team in South Australia's Playford office, where your skills as a Social Worker or Case Manager can help change lives. This is your chance to support children and families when they need it most, in a role that’s as rewarding as it is meaningful.

In this role, you will:

• Support children and families through effective case management that meets legal and policy requirements
• Assist in safely returning children to their families and help provide secure, stable care arrangements
• Write clear, evidence-based reports and present information in court when required
• Keep the workplace safe by reporting hazards, incidents and injuries, following correct procedures
• Work collaboratively with a team focused on positive outcomes and shared responsibilities

To be successful:

You are a driven and organised professional with a solid understanding of child development, family relationships and the causes of child abuse. You apply this knowledge confidently in complex situations to support better outcomes.

You communicate effectively and build strong relationships with both families and professionals. Your approach to child protection is respectful of cultural differences, especially when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and people from diverse backgrounds.

Whether you're an experienced Allied Health professional or a recent graduate looking for your next step, we encourage you to apply.

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.

What We Offer:

• Employee Assistance Program: confidential and independent counselling for you and your family.
• Strong commitment to learning and development.
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave.
• Free annual flu vaccination for staff.
• Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.

Special Conditions:

Essential:

AHP1: $68,478 - $83,594 + 12% Super

PO1: $68,478 - $83,594 + 12% Super

AHP: A degree level qualification in Social Work which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
PO: Appropriate degree 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 these roles, including the key selection criteria and special conditions, please click on the attached role descriptions.

Enquiries: Jaimee Weaver, Senior Social Worker on 8182 8888 or email: Write to the company

The department values an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community.

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