Job Opportunities in Australia

Department for Education
Job reference: 629200
Location: 5096 - PARA HILLS
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Why work with us:
Every child and young person deserves a great education.
We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.
Together we will make our education system the best it can be.
When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.

About the Role:
We are a social work team based within Student Support Services; a broader, multi-disciplinary team, consisting of other allied health professionals and experienced educators.
Social Work Truancy works closely with representatives from schools, preschools, parents, children, and other professionals to implement time-limited, evidence-based interventions to support the engagement, learning and wellbeing outcomes to make a difference in the lives of children and young people. These interventions take place in schools, through home visits to families, and in the community.
The role requires high levels of professionalism, autonomy, and integrity. You will have a strong commitment to social justice, human rights, cultural safety, and to the rights of all people to be treated with dignity and respect. You are committed to advocating and empowering children, young people, and their families. You work independently and as part of a team, have excellent interpersonal skills, and are passionate about supporting children and young people reach their full potential in an educational context.
This position receives professional support from the Senior Social Worker.
Qualifications:
Essential: An appropriate degree or equivalent which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Special Conditions:
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.
For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

Remuneration:
AHP2 $88,255 - $102,240 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (11.5%)
Enquiries:
Enquiries can be directed to Desmond Tsang, Senior Social Worker, via tel: 0408 226 754 or email: pakkit.tsang@sa.gov.au, or Lisa Kirsten, Senior Social Worker via lisa.kirsten2@sa.gov.au.
Application Instructions:
Applications should be made through the IWork For SA website.
Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Note:
There are 3 x vacancies available:

• Location: Para Hills Office – 1 x Full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 12-month term contract.
• Location: Para Hills Office – 1 x Full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 3-month term contract.
• Location: Para Hills Office – 1 x Full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial contract through to 26 June 2025.

Applications close: 10/11/2024 11:30 PM