As a Cultural Practice Advisor, you’ll work with people, partners and places to enable Queenslanders, especially the most vulnerable, to be safe and thrive. Based in Ipswich, you’ll work on programs and community partnerships that preserve cultural connections for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and help them achieve positive life outcomes. You’ll also get to develop recent initiatives that foster hope and opportunity among First Nations children, young people and families.

Targeted Vacancy

This role involves providing support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is a genuine occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This aligns with the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 protected attribute of race.

It is mandatory to have a Blue Card (a current Working with Children Clearance issued by Blue Card Services) before you commence employment in this role.



It is recommended that you lodge an application for a blue card as soon as possible to avoid any delays in commencement should you be offered a position with the department.

The ability to undertake travel and possession of a current “C” class driver licence.

In this diverse and rewarding role, you'll make an impact by:

- effectively and positively engaging with children, families, carers, and service providers to support cultural needs and achieve case plan goals.
- delivering individualised, high-quality, and culturally appropriate casework support, child protection intervention and referrals.
- working collaboratively with key stakeholders, including families and Recognised Entities, to establish and strengthen effective safety and support networks, including connection to extended family, community, country, and culture.
- sharing your cultural advice, knowledge of communities, and awareness of culturally significant processes and events to strengthen workforce cultural capability.

Occupational group Community Care

📌 Cultural Practice Advisor (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Queensland