Department of Human Services
Job reference: 843639
Location: 5019 - SEMAPHORE
Job status: Ongoing
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.

• Leadership opportunity within Disability and Specialised Services
• Lead the delivery of the Transition to Home service supporting people with disability moving from hospital to community
• This is a multi-classified position (ASO7/AHP4/RN3). Applicants from these classification streams are encouraged to apply

Lead safe, timely and person-centred transitions from hospital to home for people living with disability. As Area Manager - Transition to Home you will apply your expertise to shape services and systems that support participants with complex needs to move into the community with dignity, stability and confidence. You'll empower teams, strengthen partnerships and ensure high-quality compliant service delivery that supports better outcomes for participants, families and carers across South Australia.

You will provide leadership across the Transition to Home service sites, ensuring the delivery of high-quality compliant transition services aligned with NDIS Practice Standards and organisational priorities. You will lead and support a workforce to strengthen practice quality, respond to complex participant needs and deliver evidence-based services that support positive outcomes.

A key focus of the role is building and maintaining strong internal and external partnerships with participants, families, guardians, hospitals, community providers and government and non-government agencies to ensure coordinated, responsive and person-centred transitions.

This is a multi-classified role available at either ASO7, AHP4 or RN3 level. Applicants who meet the requirements for either classification are encouraged to apply. Appointment and remuneration will be determined based on the successful applicant's qualifications, professional background and experience, in accordance with the relevant industrial instrument.

Please see attached document Role Specific Classification Requirements containing specific classification role requirements.

What we offer
A leadership role with meaningful impact for South Australians living with disability.
An inclusive, values-led workplace that prioritises safety, respect, diversity and wellbeing.
Flexible working arrangements to work-life balance.
Ongoing professional development and leadership capability opportunities.

Full working rights in Australia.
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
AHP classification
Incumbent must hold appropriate allied health qualifications with current registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional board.

RN classification
Incumbent must be registered (or eligible for registration) as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and a current practicising certificate.

ASO7 - Administrative Services Officer

$112,163-$121,246

Ongoing

Teya Carmichael
Phone: teya.carmichael@sa.gov.au
Email: 08 7320 6326

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: 13/05/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Inherent Requirement Area Manager ASO7.pdf
- Role Description - Area Manager - T2H - AHP4.pdf
- Role Description - Area Manager - T2H - ASO7.pdf
- Role Description - Area Manager - T2H - RN3.pdf
- Role Specific Classification Requirements.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.