Ecw1 Cultural Mentor

**Department for Education**

**Job reference**: 531648

**Location**: 5112 - ELIZABETH

**Job status**: Long Term Contract

**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**Why work with us**:
We’re building a public education system which is genuinely recognised as world-class - where every preschool and school is great and where there is growth for every child and student.

We are one team, statewide. Everyone in public education works together, united behind our vision because what we're doing today will improve the futures of children in South Australia.

We’re making a difference so South Australia thrives.

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Cultural Mentor to support the Australian Government-funded Connected Beginnings initiative in the Playford and Salisbury Catchment.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Support the Project Manager and Community Liaison Officer in facilitating community engagement activities.
- Establish and maintain connections with reference groups and foster the inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representatives in local advisory and working groups.
- Provide sound cultural advice to all stakeholders regarding culturally appropriate practice in the delivery of an integrated early childhood service system.
- Identify and communicate gaps, needs and solutions for families to engage with health, education, and family services.

**Desirable qualifications, skills, and knowledge**:

- A relevant tertiary qualification.
- Existing relationships with a range of stakeholders in the local and regional area.
- Understanding of children’s services, funding, and gaps in current service delivery environments.
- Knowledge and experience of the collective impact approach.

**What we can offer you**:

- Get the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families in the Playford and Salisbury Catchment.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment, where you'll work alongside a passionate and dedicated team of professionals committed to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
- Long-term contract opportunity, with flexible working arrangements that allows you to achieve a healthy work-life balance.
- Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.

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**Special Conditions**:
Please note that department employees working in high-risk environments are required to maintain up-to-date vaccination against COVID-19, with a TGA Approved Vaccine. Vaccination status must be disclosed and provided for sighting on request.

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN -EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

**Application Instructions**:
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

**Remuneration**:
ECW1: $51,354.

**Enquiries**:
Applications should be made through the I Work For SA website.

**Additional Note**:
This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 2-years term contract.

**Applications close**: 18/05/2023 11:30 PM