aboriginal youth worker

6 days ago

Elizabeth South SA, Australia Department of Human Services, South Australia Full time

Department of Human Services

Job reference: 706972

Location: ELIZABETH SOUTH

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Highlights

  • Positively impacting Aboriginal children and family lives
  • Multiple positions available
  • Work with a bunch of passionate colleagues

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

Our Aboriginal Practice and Partnerships team coordinates activities that aim to improve outcomes for Aboriginal clients, their families and communities. This includes informing DHS policy and practice, supporting staff who are Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal working in Aboriginal-focused programs, and providing direct supports to Aboriginal young people and their families in partnership with community.

Role Details

Multiple Aboriginal Youth Worker Positions available, both fulltime and casual.

As an Aboriginal Youth Worker your role will include:

  • identifying, assessing and responding to Aboriginal Youth Justice needs and individual needs to facilitate culturally appropriate diversion from the justice system
  • strengthening cultural identity, social connections, and essential life skills of Aboriginal young people to support reintegration into family, community, and broader society
  • providing mentorship within a culturally safe framework that promotes wellbeing, ensures appropriate care and safety, and fosters positive life outcomes for young Aboriginal people.

Special Conditions

  • Only people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent may apply (pursuant to Section 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.
  • National Police Check required.
  • Employment-related Screening Check required.
  • Some out of hours work may be required.
  • Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
  • Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).

Role Status: Terms up to 12 months

Salary Range: $67,589 - $72,033 (OPS)

Location: Elizabeth South

Enquiries: Rodney Welch,

Diversity and Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment experience and supportive work environment. If you require any assistance with our recruitment process, please contact us at and a member of our team will get back to you.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Applications close: 03/11/2025 11:30 PM

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