Role Highlights
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Build and sustain relationships to deliver outcomes for South Australians with a disability
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Build strong relationships with internal teams, clients, families, and external partners to support collaborative and responsive service delivery
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Be part of a team that drives inclusion initiatives for DHS
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 Disability and Specialised Services (DaSS) Division delivers essential support to South Australians through high-quality NDIS services, sector reform, inclusion-focused policy. We provide direct disability supports through Supported Independent Living, and specialised care through our Disability, Clinical and Quality Services, as well as Aged Care Projects. Our work is strengthened by Corporate and Engagement teams, ensuring strong governance, collaboration and positive outcomes for people we support.
Role Details
The Clinical Support Lead provides professional and clinical leadership within the Disability Equipment Program, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, client-centred equipment services. Reporting to the Assistant Director, Equipment Program, the role leads and supervises an interdisciplinary team of Clinical Support Officers, supporting effective service delivery and continuous improvement.
The position provides expert clinical advice and oversight to ensure equipment requests are assessed and managed in line with best practice and program policy. It builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, supports client liaison and administrative processes, and contributes to the development and implementation of policies and procedures. The role is accountable for maintaining service standards, supporting staff development, and delivering clear, timely communication and reporting.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Duration: Ongoing Opportunity
Essential Qualifications
Incumbent should hold a tertiary qualification which entitles Australian registration as an Occupational therapist or Physiotherapist. Must have full registration with either the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia or the Physiotherapy Board of Australia and maintain current registration.
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Contact Us
Enquiries to Naomi Mathiesen
0438 689 807
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.