This position is only open to applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent pursuant to Section 56 (2) of the Equal Opportunity Act, 1984

We are seeking expressions of interest from existing DCP employees interested in applying their cultural knowledge and leadership in a regional setting.

As a Principal Aboriginal Consultant with the Far North Far West (FNFW) team, you will influence child protection practice and contribute to culturally responsive approaches that support Aboriginal children, young people and families. The FNFW team works alongside communities across Ceduna, Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie, Whyalla, Coober Pedy and the APY Lands.

These short-term backfill opportunities provide employees with the chance to broaden their skills, gain valuable experience and build their capability across different areas of the organisation.

In this role, you will:

• Support culturally responsive practice through the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle
• Provide cultural advice and consultation on practice matters and decision-making
• Share knowledge through coaching, mentoring and collaborative approaches
• Lead cultural practice initiatives that support learning and improvement
• Build relationships with Aboriginal communities and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.

About you:

• You bring leadership and expertise that strengthens practice for Aboriginal children, young people and families
• You use your knowledge of the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle to influence practice
• You provide advice and consultation to support quality child protection practice
• You promote learning through knowledge sharing, coaching and reflective practice
• You build strong relationships and work collaboratively with Aboriginal communities and partners.

Why apply:

Aboriginal children, young people and families deserve child protection responses that recognise the importance of culture, connection and community. This opportunity allows you to bring your cultural knowledge and leadership to the FNFW team, helping influence practice and support approaches that are meaningful for Aboriginal families in regional communities.

Interested in this opportunity? Submit your expression of interest to join the Recruitment Pool and be considered when suitable opportunities arise, noting that vacancy lengths will vary.

Not sure what a Recruitment Pool is? Watch our explainer video to find out more.

Desirable Qualification:

• A degree level qualification in Social Work which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Persons of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, who have the appropriate background and skills but do not have the essential qualification, may apply for and be engaged/assigned to the role of Social Worker and will be entitled to apply for any Allied Health Professional roles requiring a qualification in Social Work within the Department for Child Protection (DCP).

For the purpose of this advertisement and links provided, the term Aboriginal is used to refer to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within South Australia. This is not intended to exclude Torres Strait Islander people, or people that identify as being of both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent.

Essential:

• You must have a current Australian driver’s licence (P2 or above) and a willingness to drive.

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.