Lead Youth Practitioner – Supporting Adolescent Boys Trial
2 days ago
Job Description
Location: Port Augusta, South Australia.
Status: Full Time Contract to 30 June 2027 working 38 hours per week
Annual Salary: from $110,102 to $114,983 per annum based on full time
About the Position
The Lead Youth Practitioner will deliver therapeutic support and casework for adolescent boys aged 12–18 who have experienced or are at risk of using family, domestic or sexual violence.
As a Lead Youth Practitioner, your responsibilities will include:
- Provide individual therapeutic support and case work for individuals
- Facilitate weekly team meetings with staff in the program and allocate referrals
- Mentor and support program staff
- Advocate for culturally appropriate support and services
- Undertake risk assessments and safety planning
- Organise community events and represent the program at interagency meetings
- Maintain accurate records and submit reports
- Lead stakeholder engagement and promote the service
Why Join Us
You will have access to:
- Salary packaging and salary sacrificing option of up to $15,899 which will significantly increase your take home pay
- Salary packaging cards for meal and entertainment benefits and other generous discounts available
- Additional leave provisions
- Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
- A generous external Employee Assistance Program
- An inclusive, supportive and passionate team in a growing organisation
CCCSA, KWY and UCSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value an inclusive workplace and recognise that diversity within our workforce allows us to better support our clients and communities. If you are a person living with a disability, an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, part of the LGBTIQA+ community, come from a culturally diverse group, or have lived experience, we would love to hear from you.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Relevant qualifications in social work, psychology, or community services
- Experience in domestic, family and sexual violence, youth justice and child protection
- Skills in therapeutic case work, advocacy and trauma-informed practice
- Understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- Ability to lead and mentor staff
- Strong communication and IT skills
Requirements of the role:
- Hold (or willingness to obtain) a current DHS Working With Children Check *
- Hold (or a willingness to obtain) a National Criminal History Record Check (Police Check) *
- Hold (or a willingness to obtain) a current NDIS Worker Screening Check *
- Hold a current South Australian Driver's License (minimum Provisional License)
* Preferred candidates will be supported through these processes
Further Information
For more information on the position, visit and request a copy of the Position Identification Document for further information on the role.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your application via email to
To be considered, candidates will be required to submit the following documentation:
- Cover letter
- Copy of your resume
- Response to the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Identification Document)
- Contact details of three professional referees
For more information on the recruitment process refer to our guide here.
If you have any questions, need help with your application, or would like to request adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources on or email We are here to help you through the recruitment process in a way that works best for you.
Applications close 9.00am Monday 20 October 2025
PLEASE NOTE: Applications that do not address the Selection Criteria questions may not be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $101,102.00 – $114,983.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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