CAMHS Forensic Services Senior Aboriginal Social

4 weeks ago

Whyalla, Australia SA Health Full time

CAMHS Forensic Services Senior Aboriginal Social & Emotional Wellbeing Worker

Job no: 917184
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Eastern
Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Public Health, Aboriginal Health

- Women’s and Children’s Health Network, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS), Kaurna Land, Enfield 5085

- Salary – ASO6, $98,478.00 to $104,165.00+ 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits

- Full Time, Term Contract (Temporary for 12 months)

About WCHN

Join the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN), South Australia’s leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. We’re shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.

What WCHN Can Offer You

- Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.

- Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)

- Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

- Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.

About the role

Lead culturally responsive, trauma-informed care for Aboriginal children, young people and families engaged with forensic mental health services. Provide expert clinical and cultural leadership across CAMHS, supporting service planning, staff development and partnerships that improve outcomes and cultural safety.

Key duties of the role

- Deliver expert cultural assessments and interventions for Aboriginal children and families in the juvenile justice system, particularly Kurlana Tapa Youth Justice Centre.

- Lead, mentor and supervise Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing staff in the Forensic CAMHS Team.

- Provide cultural leadership and advice within multidisciplinary and forensic teams.

- Strengthen relationships with Aboriginal communities and partner agencies.

- Contribute to CAMHS service planning, evaluation and research initiatives.

Skills and Experience

- Certificate IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care/SEWB or equivalent qualification (or willingness to obtain).

- Significant experience delivering Aboriginal mental health or wellbeing services.

- Proven leadership and supervision experience within Aboriginal health contexts.

- Strong understanding of Aboriginal culture, kinship and community networks.

- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across forensic, clinical and community settings.

Enquiries can be directed to
Lynne Whitcher – Administration Coordinator CAMHS, 7117 3845 or Lynne.Whitcher@sa.gov.au

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 5 November 2025 - 11:55pm

Advertised: 23 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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