Applications for the 2025 Department of Social Services Ability Apprenticeship Program are now open. The Program creates pathways for people with disability into secure, ongoing employment within the Australian Public Service. Apply at dss.gov.au/abilityprogram
Department of Social Services (DSS)
Public Policy Offices
Greenway, ACT 31,843 followers
Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of individuals and families in Australian communities.
About us
This page shares information about the Department of Social Service's policies, programs and services, as well as examples of the work our stakeholder partners do across a wide range of social policy areas. We monitor this account from 9am to 5pm (AEST) Monday to Friday and intermittently outside business hours depending on staff availability. We welcome constructive comments and discussion on this page, however we reserve the right to ignore, hide, block or delete posts and users that breach our Social Media Terms of Use at www.dss.gov.au/social-media-terms-of-use. During caretaker period, all political comments will be removed. Third party sites or profiles linked to this site are not necessarily controlled, maintained or endorsed by DSS.
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http://www.dss.gov.au
External link for Department of Social Services (DSS)
- Industry
- Public Policy Offices
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Greenway, ACT
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Social Policy, Social Welfare Policy, Familes and Children, Seniors, Family, Youth & Seniors Payments, Family Safety & Domestic Violence, Resettlement & Multicultural Affairs, Carers and Disability, Communities & Vulnerable People, and Housing Support Policy
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Tuggeranong Office Park
Athlon Drive
Greenway, ACT 2900, AU
Employees at Department of Social Services (DSS)
Updates
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Do you know who’s influencing your kids? The Stop it at the Start campaign highlights the online world that parents and other adults may not fully understand. Find resources in your language to learn about the online trends of disrespect before they lead to violence at respect.gov.au/translated #StopItAtTheStart
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DSS longitudinal studies recently received international attention, appearing in presentations at the 2024 Society for Longitudinal and Lifecourse Studies (SLLS) conference in the United Kingdom. Longitudinal studies follow the same individuals or households across time. They can help us to understand issues including living pressures or problems that children and teenagers face. Read more about the department’s 4 active longitudinal studies at https://lnkd.in/gBDYGWK2
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New capital works grants will provide more emergency accommodation options for women and children experiencing family and domestic violence, and older women at risk of homelessness. Find out how to apply for a Crisis and Transitional Accommodation Program grant at https://lnkd.in/gzzrqzd6 Grant submissions close on Wednesday 13 November 2024. 1800RESPECT is the national domestic, family, and sexual violence counselling, information and support service. If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family or sexual violence, call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au for online chat and video call services.
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Department of Social Services (DSS) reposted this
Happy International Volunteer Managers Day! Behind every great volunteer program stands dedicated Managers, Coordinators and Leaders who make it all possible. You don't just manage - you support, encourage, and inspire. Your work creates the foundation for safe and meaningful volunteering across Australia. Today we celebrate you. Learn more about #IVMDay24 https://lnkd.in/gWdAKjat
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Department of Social Services (DSS) reposted this
The 3G networks have started to close. If you or someone you know owns a 3G or older 4G mobile, it may not be able to make a triple zero call in an emergency. Text ‘3’ to ‘3498’ to find out if your device needs replacing. Do not call 000 to check. Visit www.3Gclosure.com.au for more information.
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November is National Adoption Awareness Month. Adopting a child can be both rewarding and challenging, and there can be extra challenges when it comes to intercountry adoption. The Australian Government funds an independent, nationwide Intercountry Adoptee and Family Support Service (ICAFSS), delivered by Relationships Australia. ICAFSS provides free intercountry adoption-specific therapeutic support including counselling, information and education to adoptees, their families and prospective adoptive parents. To find out more visit https://lnkd.in/geTnP7Xz
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It’s important to be aware of fake websites and social media scams. Scammers can make posts or pages that look and sound genuine, but their offers to help are fake. We are aware of some pages pretending to be the Department of Social Services (DSS) and its programs such as the National Rental Affordability Scheme, No Interest Loans Scheme, Emergency Relief and National Redress Scheme. To find out how to protect yourself or to report a fake post or account, visit scamwatch.gov.au Your report helps stop scammers and warns others.
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Applications for the 2025 Department of Social Services Ability Apprenticeship Program are now open. The Program creates pathways for people with disability into secure, ongoing employment within the Australian Public Service. Apply at dss.gov.au/abilityprogram
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Workplace adjustments can make a big difference. Our recent survey found that 94% of employees with disability became more productive after JobAccess helped them with adjustments. Visit our website to view the full findings: https://lnkd.in/ey9-HMTT #Inclusion #Diversity #EmployMyAbility #DisabilityEmployment #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfidence #JobAccess #HR #Recruitment #WorkplaceAdjustments #ReasonableAdjustments
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