Aboriginal Family Practitioner/Senior Aboriginal Family Practitioner

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Buscojobs Full time

Location : Far North Far West Region (Coober Pedy, Ceduna, Whyalla, Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie)

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

Looking for an engaging role that enables you to make a meaningful impact within Aboriginal families and communities through culturally respectful support?

We are currently seeking Aboriginal Family Practitioners and Senior Aboriginal Family Practitioners to join our Far North Far West team on a full-time term basis.

In these roles, you will be responsible for :

  • Providing culturally appropriate and respectful practices when working with Aboriginal families.
  • Leading collaboration with families, community services, and agencies to deliver inclusive support.
  • Supporting the protection of Aboriginal children by responding to abuse concerns and managing risks effectively.
  • Leading ongoing evaluation, oversight, and flexible management of cases to address the changing needs of families.
  • Facilitating respectful consultation processes that encourage family participation and decision-making.

To be successful, you will have :

Experience in understanding the diversity of issues affecting Aboriginal people whilst applying culturally sensitive and inclusive practices.Proficiency in maintaining strong working relationships and partnerships with Aboriginal communities, government, and non-government agencies.Expertise in identifying potential risks and implementing effective action plans to manage and minimise those risks.Knowledge in communicating effectively across diverse professional backgrounds to deliver professional services.

If you are looking for a role where you can apply your knowledge to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families with culturally respectful care, then we encourage you to apply.

About the Business

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.

There are many benefits to working with DCP, including :

Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.Paid parental and partner leave.Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling for you and your family).Free annual flu vaccination for staff.Access to Fitness Passport (a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to DCP staff and their families).

Essential Qualifications :

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).

Pursuant to Section 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act, 1984 only people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Descent may apply for this role.

To find out more about this role, including the key selection criteria and special conditions , please click the 'apply' button.

Enquiries : Nirelle Ware, Principal Aboriginal Consultant on or email :

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQI+ communities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications Close : 18 September 2025.

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