Department of Human Services
Job reference: 845719
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

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.

Disability and Specialised Services

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. 

• Be part of a department that prioritises integrity, equity, and community wellbeing
• Make a meaningful impact in a supportive, rewarding environment
• Flexible working arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance including hybrid working from home options

The Senior Practitioner, ENU Response Team is a role within the Exceptional Needs Unit (ENU) and is accountable to the Supervisor of the ENU Response Team for:
• undertaking holistic psychosocial assessments of individuals and families with complex needs to determine gaps in support/service response and make recommendations to improve client circumstance
• coordinating funded supports for people with complex needs, including external case management support and specialist assessments
• providing a service coordination response to ensure that key stakeholders involved in supporting a client or family with complex needs communicate effectively and work collaboratively towards client focused, achievable goals
• providing high level consultancy, advice, and reporting on individuals with exceptional needs and other populations with complex and unmet needs requiring support to live in the community
• facilitating and supporting the development and implementation of appropriate community-based support responses for people with exceptional needs.

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).

Essential Qualifications

Incumbent should hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers; or appropriate degree or equivalent in Bachelor of Disability and Developmental Education, which enables eligibility for full membership of Developmental Educators Australia Incorporated; or appropriate degree or equivalent qualification in Disability and Community Rehabilitation; or appropriate degree or equivalent qualification in Psychology and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency; or appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with Occupational Therapy Australia.

AHP2 - Allied Health Professional

$94,997-$110,052

Term up to twelve (12) months

Passant Ibrahim
Phone: 0426 944 909
Email: passant.ibrahim3@sa.gov.au

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.

Applications close: 06/06/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Senior Practitioner - ENU Response Team - AHP2.pdf

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.