Tangentyere Council is a community controlled Public Benevolent Institution delivering human services and social enterprise activities for the benefit of Aboriginal people from the Town Camps and Central Australia. First incorporated in 1979, the organisation was a finalist in the 2016 Reconciliation Australia, Indigenous Governance Awards and is one of the 10 largest Aboriginal Corporations in Australia. At Tangentyere, our jobs are wide-ranging and range from administrative to professional fields.

We have a strong commitment to the employment of local Aboriginal staff, valuing this as a core feature of any culturally competent service, as well as the capacity development of Aboriginal people. The majority of our workforce is Aboriginal. Inherent within TCAC employment of local Aboriginal people is the concept of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

With a dedicated and friendly workforce, generous entitlements, and challenging and rewarding roles, Tangentyere Council offers an ideal workplace for people interested in working in Aboriginal Community Services.

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Council is committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Tangentyere Council is responsible for the care and protection of children and reporting information about child abuse. Our recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out working with children, police checks and reference checks for all candidates to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.

Employee Benefits

Tangentyere is pleased to offer attractive employee benefits, including: Generous leave entitles including 6 weeks annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading, and Healthy Lifestyle Leave Attractive remote area Salary Sacrifice arrangements available to permanent part time and full time staff Long Service Leave available, pro rata after 7 years continuous service. Additional allowances include bilingual, first aid, travel Guaranteed remuneration whilst on Jury Service Contact Human Resources 4 Elder Street, Alice Springs NT 0870 T: (08) 8951 4222 Option 7

Service Connector Child,



Family & Community Centre - Aboriginal Identified

This is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Identified Position.

Level: 5.1

Salary: $104,478 per annum/pro rata

Status: Permanent Part Time The Community Centres Division provides innovative, unique, place-based programs support Aboriginal children (0-5 years), school age children (6-12 years), youth (12-18 years), families and kin to achieve positive outcomes in community safety, education, and wellbeing.

Tangentyere’s Child and Family Centre program is a trusted, embedded service within Town Camps, operating through place based and culturally responsive practices. The program is integrated within the Community Centres Division, leveraging strong relationships and community knowledge to maximise outcomes.

The Child & Family Centre (CFC) Service Connector role is part of the Community Centres team working across Town Camps. The position uses a client centred approach to support families to navigate the local service system, reduce barriers to access, and connect with a broad range of internal and external services. Service Connectors provide practical assistance, make referrals, create service linkages, and increase awareness of available supports.

- Program Objectives
- Support families experiencing vulnerability to identify and address their needs.
- Strengthen community leadership and capacity to support children and families.
- Build sustainable, accountable systems that improve child and family wellbeing, including responses to Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) issues.

The program connects families with 28 Tangentyere programs and more than 50 external services, across program areas including: education, employment, health, mental health, safety, housing, financial support, legal assistance, food security, parenting and wellbeing workshops and ID support.



The successful candidate will be a motivated and culturally responsive communicator committed to supporting vulnerable children and families. They will work collaboratively with community members and stakeholders to ensure the program remains safe, accessible, and aligned with the needs of Town Camp communities across the Alice Springs region.

As part of your role, you will be working with children, people with a disability and people who are vulnerable. It is your obligation to always ensure their safety and report any concerns in line with our duty of care obligations. We have zero tolerance when it comes to abuse of any kind and will take disciplinary action, including and up to termination of employment, should we determine that abuse has taken place or there has been a failure to report any suspected or alleged abuse.

Closing date: 19/08/2026

Suitable applicants may be appointed prior to the closing date.

See for more information on how to apply.

How to Apply

To apply for a position at Tangentyere Council Aboriginal Corporation you must submit all of the following:

- A Resume/CV (curriculum vitae) including three referees, of whom at least two are aware of your current or recent work history.
- A cover letter.
- An application which addresses the Selection Criteria for the position.
- A current NT Working with Children’s Card (Ochre Card)
- A satisfactory Police Check (completed within the last 6 months)
- A copy of your Australian Driver’s Licence.
- Any other qualifications outlined as required in the Selection Criteria.

Applicants must be Australian residents or must attach evidence of current work Visa. All documents must be submitted for your application to be considered.

Your application must be received by the nominated closing time for that position.

Once your application has been received, you will be advised as to whether you have been shortlisted for an interview. Successful applicants at Tangentyere are selected according to a carefully managed Selection Process.

Email or mail your completed application to:

Email Us [email protected]

HR Manager (Confidential) Tangentyere Council

PO Box 8070

Alice Springs, NT 0870

📌 Service Connector Child, Family & Community Centre - Aboriginal Identified (Alice Springs)
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📍 Alice Springs