Department for Child Protection
Job reference:
******
Location:
**** - MOUNT BARKER
Job status:
Short Term Contract
Eligibility:
Open to Everyone
Role Status:
Full-time temporary vacancy
available until 29 January ****
Remuneration:
AHP4 ($123,048 - $133,957) plus 12%
superannuation
Role Details:
This position is only open to applicants of Aboriginal
and/or Torres Strait Islander descent pursuant to Section 56 (2) of
the Equal Opportunity Act, ****.
As a
Principal Aboriginal Consultant
, you will
apply strong cultural leadership to Office staff that upholds
strategic interventions for Aboriginal children, young people and
their families. Situated in
Mount Barker
, the role
will require travel across the Peramangk/Mount Lofty Ranges,
Ngarrindjeri (includes lower Murray River and eastern Fleurieu
Peninsula), Kaurna (Adelaide Plains) and Ramindjeri (includes
Victor Harbour and southern Fleurieu Peninsula) country. You will
drive cultural awareness, pinpoint practice issues and create
improvement strategies that promotes life-altering change for
Aboriginal children and young people. Step into a rewarding
mentorship role that strengthens the cultural operations of the
department.
In this role, you will:
Liaise with the Practice Leader to provide local leadership
that adheres to DCP's Practice Approach
Provide coaching and training sessions that boosts the
cultural competencies of Office staff and monitor individual
performance
Oversee wellbeing meetings within the office and region to
identify cultural practice issues
Manage strategic projects and procedures that elevate
cultural understandings within the department
Implement innovative cultural practices that combat
stereotypes and barriers for Aboriginal children, young people
and families.
About you:
You possess extensive experience in driving culturally
suitable social work practice to Aboriginal children and young
people
You have exceptional leadership qualities that inspire
staff to attain excellence
You demonstrate core coaching and mentorship skills when
delivering workplace education
You promote cultural awareness that encompasses expert




knowledge of child protection issues and themes
You embody high-level interpersonal and written
communication skills when engaging with stakeholders and
delivering legally defensible writing.
Essential Qualifications:
An appropriate degree or equivalent qualification in either
Social Work, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy,
Speech Pathology or Developmental Education which entitles
registration or membership with the relevant board or
association.
Persons of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
descent, who have the appropriate background and skills but do not
have the essential qualification, may apply for and be
engaged/assigned to the role of Social Worker and will be entitled
to apply for any Allied Health Professional roles requiring a
qualification in Social Work within the Department for Child
Protection (DCP).
Why You'll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That
Matter:
At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:
A collaborative team workplace, working alongside people
who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful
impact
Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help
you balance work and life
Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to
support you and your growing family
Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and
open doors to development across DCP
Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range
of pre-tax benefits
Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access
to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across
Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your
family
Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance
Program services for you and your family.
See our full list of benefits.




About DCP
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in
the protection of children, young people and their families within
South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable
children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.
Special Conditions:
For the purpose of this advertisement and links provided,
the term Aboriginal is used to refer to Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander people within South Australia. This is not intended
to exclude Torres Strait Islander people, or people that identify
as being of both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
descent.
You must have a current
Working With Children Check
A current Australian driver's licence and a willingness to
drive is essential
Some intra/interstate travel (including in a small
aircraft) including overnight stay may be required.
For a successful application you will need to respond to all
points listed under the
your
capabilities
section of the attached role
description. Please also note any
special
conditions
that may be listed.
Want to know more?
Contact
Angela Giles – Manager
for a confidential discussion
Via tel: ************** or email: ******
Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and
we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds,
experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+
communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are
committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace
where everyone feels supported.
To apply for this role, please click on the
apply
button to be redirected to the DCP Career
Portal.
Applications close:
30/07/2026 11:00 PM
Attachments:
- DCP Job Application Guide.pdf
- Role Description - Principal Aboriginal Consultant - AHP4.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the versatile working arrangements for this role.

📌 Principal Aboriginal Consultant (South Australia)
🏢 Department For Child Protection
📍 South Australia