T1687/2012 (AHP1) Social Worker Job in Elizabeth 5112, South Australia Australia

Eligibility: Non-Public Sector Employees May Apply 

The Social Worker is a role within Families SA and is accountable to the Supervisor for undertaking child protection investigations and assessments, working in partnership with government and non-government agencies and with clients, assisting families who are unable to effectively and safely care for their children to work towards a safe return to their care, working with children who have entered into the care of the Minister so that their development, stability and security is assured, responding effectively to children who are unsafe.

Essential Minimum Qualifications: A degree level qualification in Social Work leading to eligibility for (full) membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. People of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, who have the appropriate background and skills but do not have the essential qualification, are eligible to apply.

Special Conditions: Roles within Offices operate in a regional context whilst attached to a office. Some out of hours work and intrastate travel will be required. The location of this role may change to meet service demands. Hold a current driver’s license and is able and willing to drive in the course of their duties. Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a Background Screening and National Criminal History Record Check (NCHRC) prior to being employed and every three years. More than one role with contracts of varying length of up to 12 months.

Role Status: Term for 12 months (More than one role)

Remuneration: $52,535 - $64,475 (AHP1)

Location: Elizabeth

Enquiries to: Ms Daniela Suarez, Supervisor, Families SA, telephone 8207 9000, email daniela.suarez@dfc.sa.gov.au

For assistance with any technical issues please contact the help desk on 1300 733 056 or helpdesk@bigredsky.com

Note: Safety is a core value of the South Australian Public Sector. Please note you are not required to address the Role Description criteria. You must complete the questions from the On-line Application Form. For further information and how to apply for this role please visit our DCSI Website.

Application Instructions: You will be required to answer the four mandatory behavioural questions (please refer to 'How do I answer Behavioural Questions' in the 'Help' menu for more information), and attach your current résumé/curriculum vitae prior to clicking 'Submit Application'. We do not accept or require a cover letter. It is recommended to allow enough time to complete the whole application. Please note the system times out after one hour of inactivity. 

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT LATE APPLICATIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED.