Role Highlights
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Make a meaningful impact in a supportive, rewarding environment
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Access excellent learning and development opportunities
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Based in Adelaide CBD with flexible working arrangements
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 Business
Our Community and Aboriginal Partnerships Division helps to build community safety and wellbeing by providing support and services to children, young people and families, including those involved with the youth justice system, remote Aboriginal communities, and people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The division also supports DHS's Closing the Gap commitments.
Role Details
The Clinical Supervisor, Inclusion Support Program plays a key leadership role in delivering specialist interventions for individuals at risk of radicalisation to violent extremism in South Australia. Working within the Department of Human Services the role leads complex case coordination, assessment and intervention for clients with high and complex needs, supporting both individuals and their families to disengage from pathways to violence.
This role is suited to an experienced clinician who can combine strong casework expertise with leadership, collaboration and strategic thinking to support effective interventions in a complex and sensitive practice area.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
Successful applicant will be required to provide evidence of completion of Child Safe Environments for Children and Young People full day training course or evidence of enrolment.
Duration: Term up to two (2) years.
Essential Qualifications:
Applicant must be an Allied Health Professional (AHP) with a recognised degree in Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy or an equivalent qualification and eligibility for full membership with their relevant professional association.
Attachments:
Contact Us
Enquiries to Tom Stewart - General Manager, Inclusion Support
0435 900 088
Diversity And Inclusion
DHS 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 reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require assistance with this process,
please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the 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.
Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages,
addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form.
For more information about applying, refer to our
Job Application Guide
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check,
which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the
South Australia Police
or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS,
including periodic assessment during your employment.