Child Protection Department

In reply to Ms HILDYARD (Reynell) (12 May 2021).

The Hon. R. SANDERSON (Adelaide—Minister for Child Protection): I have been advised:

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) assesses all child protection reports in accordance with established policies and processes, and takes action necessary to protect children and young people who are experiencing or at risk of harm in South Australia.

One in three children born in South Australia are the subject of a notification during their childhood, and a significant proportion of the state's population may be referred to in CARL reports at one time or another. This includes people across all professions including doctors, lawyers, police and, occasionally, child protection workers.

All staff are required to have a working with children check, which is continuously monitored by the Department of Human Services.