At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct sensitive assessments and manage care concerns for vulnerable youth.
- Company: Department for Child Protection, dedicated to safeguarding children and families.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, paid parental leave, health perks, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and community support.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Strong interpersonal skills, assessment experience, and adaptability to change.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
Full-time temporary vacancy available until 11 June 2027. Foster a culture predicated on learning and development. Administer expert care concern assessments to safeguard vulnerable youth. As a Senior Care Concern Officer situated in Adelaide, you will conduct highly sensitive assessments, administration and management of care concern matters within DCP. Your ability to prioritise tasks and maintain confidentiality is vital, as you identify systemic issues arising from the management of care concerns.
The team are seeking an individual with sound case management and field experience to provide valuable consultation and guidance to an array of stakeholders. Your ability to adapt to change and shape departmental processes will elevate the broader Quality and Safeguarding unit.
In this role, you will:
- Oversee vital information gathering processes to ensure care concerns are properly assessed and managed.
- Implement high-level improvement strategies to heighten practice, policy and service delivery outcomes.
- Strengthen operational processes through effective action plans and monitoring of critical care concern matters.
- Adhere to strict procedural and legislative guidelines to maintain confidentiality.
- Provide expert consultation and liaise with SAPOL, Child Protection Services, DCP Investigation Team and other internal and external stakeholders.
About you:
- You possess phenomenal interpersonal skills to clearly communicate sensitive matters to key stakeholders.
- You have excellent assessment and report writing skills to accurately summarise critical information.
- You demonstrate sound experience in reviewing existing workplace systems to employ suitable improvements.
- You are receptive to feedback to support your ongoing professional development.
- You can adapt to departmental change and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.
Why You’ll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:
- A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact.
- Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life.
- Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family.
- Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP.
- Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits.
- Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family.
- Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.
You must have a current Australian driver’s licence and a willingness to drive is essential.
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.
Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported. 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.
Senior Care Concern Officer in Adelaide employer: Child Protection
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work environment in Blair Athol, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. With flexible working options, professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, DCP fosters a culture that values your contributions and supports your growth. Enjoy additional benefits such as paid parental leave, health perks, and a focus on employee wellbeing, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in social work.
