Department of Human Services Job reference: 694793 Location: 5600 - WHYALLA Job status: Short Term Contract Eligibility: Open to EveryoneRole Highlights
Flexible working arrangements available
Provide a range of services to promote wellbeing of young people
Access excellent learning and development opportunities
Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.About the BusinessOur Safer Family Services team delivers a range of services, including intensive family support and multi-agency responses, to help children stay safely at home with their families and avoid the need for out-of-home care. They also help families with parenting support, workshops and connection to community events and initiatives to improve child safety and wellbeing.Role DetailsThe Practitioner is a role within Community and Family Services and is accountable to the Supervisor for:
identifying and assertively engaging families and vulnerable children (pre-birth to 18 years old at high risk of entering the child protection system, through the provision of assessment, case planning, support and intervention
working collaboratively with children, parents, key partner agencies to strengthen parents/carer givers’ ability to effectively support their children’s safety, health development and wellbeing
undertaking case work and developing targeted interventions to improve outcomes for children experiencing complex and high-risk safety concerns.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
Role Status: Term up to 22/05/2026Salary Range: $68,478 - $83,594 (AHP1)Location: WhyallaEnquiries: Ami Vlachoulis, 0447 967 106 ami.vlachoulis@sa.gov.auDiversity and EquityDHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment experience and supportive work environment. If you require any assistance with our recruitment process, please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of our team will get back to you.The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in. Applications close: 08/09/2025 11:30 PMAttachments: -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.
