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• Permanent, Part time (0.8 FTE) | Location: Seaton
• Collaborative and client focused team | Experienced and supportive leadership
• SCHADS Level 5+ super + PBI salary packaging

Provide cultural guidance, training and community connection to strengthen culturally safe foster care and support children’s connection to culture and Country 

The Role 

This role plays a vital part in strengthening culturally safe and responsive care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people. 

Working within the Foster Care team, you will provide cultural guidance, advocacy and support to foster carers and staff. You will help ensure children remain connected to their culture, community and Country, while contributing to culturally informed assessments, care planning and service delivery. 

You will work closely with Ngani Pari-Arra Cultural Centre (NPACC), Elders, community members and multidisciplinary teams to embed culturally respectful and inclusive practices across the service.

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide cultural advocacy and guidance to support culturally safe care 
• Strengthen connections to community and Country through cultural activities and engagement 
• Work alongside Elders, community members and care teams 
• Contribute to carer assessments and care planning 
• Co-deliver cultural learning and training to carers and staff 

 About You 

Essential: 

• Strong cultural knowledge, connection to, or lived experience within Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
• Experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families or communities, including those involved in the Child Protection system
• Valid DHS Working With Children Check 
• Current Driver’s Licence 

Desirable: 

• Qualification in Social Work, Community Services or similar 
• Experience contributing to assessments and reports
• Understanding of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principles 
• Experience contributing to cultural learning
• Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams 

Why you want to choose Centacare? 

• SCHADS Award Level 5 – approx. $51.00 per hour + super 
• Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay 
• Ongoing training and professional development 
• Supportive and experienced leadership team 
• Culturally Responsive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work under the guidance of the Aboriginal Governance Committee 
• Support cultural obligations, including Sorry Business and community responsibilities 
• Provide cultural supervision and development opportunities 
• Offer an extra paid day during NAIDOC Week to attend community events 
• Foster a respectful, inclusive and culturally safe workplace 

Who we are

Each year, we support more than 20,000 people across metropolitan and regional South Australia through a wide range of community services, guided by a strong ethical framework. We are committed to a client-focused approach, delivering effective and flexible support to people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, cultures, religions, gender identities, and sexual orientations.

Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and a registered NDIS provider. We value individuality and embrace diversity, working in consultation and collaboration while upholding integrity and professionalism in everything we do.

We are dedicated to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace, free from harassment and discrimination. Our commitment to equal opportunity reflects our mission, vision, and values—and we believe that our positive culture leads to better outcomes for our clients.

To learn more about us, explore our Who we are page and our organisational video.

How to Apply

Please submit your Cover Letter along with you updated resume (as one document) outlining how you meet the requirements of this role. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact: Alicia Remedios – Assessment Manager on 08 8159 1*** 

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; applications will be shortlisted as received. Centacare reserves the right to close the advertisement once a suitable candidate has been recruited.