Department of Social Services (Australia)
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This article is about the department of the Australian Government that develops social policy. For the executive agency that operates federal welfare programs, see Services Australia. For the historical Department of Social Services from 1939–1972, see Department of Social Services (1939–72).
The Department of Social Services (DSS) is a department of the Government of Australia charged with the responsibility for national policies and programs that help deliver a strong and fair society for all Australians. The department develops and implements social policy.
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The head office of the Department of Social Services, located in Greenway, Canberra | |
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Formed | 18 September 2013 (2013-09-18)[1] |
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Jurisdiction | Australian Government |
Employees | 2,305 (2017–18)[2] |
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Website | dss |
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The head of the department is the Secretary of the Department of Social Services, currently Ray Griggs,[3][4] who reports to the Minister for Families and Social Services.
The head office of the department is located in the Australian Capital Territory suburb of Greenway.