Role Status: Full-time short term position until 30 January 2026.
Remuneration: $67,589 - $72,033 + 12% Super

Role Details:
Based in Adelaide's energetic Inner North, this exciting opportunity as a Youth Engagement Officer puts you at the heart of empowering young voices. You'll help shape services that support young people, build connections and bring their ideas to life through the Youth Advisory Council.

In this role, you will:

Plan and lead Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings, organise activities and invite inspiring guest speakers

Build genuine, respectful relationships with young people who've had a care experience, as well as their families and support teams

Handle practical tasks like booking venues, managing records, arranging transport and keeping to a budget

Support young people to share their views and influence the services that affect them

To be successful:
You're someone who connects easily with young people and knows how to create a safe, supportive space for them to be heard. You stay calm in tough situations and know how to handle sensitive conversations with care.

If you're a great communicator, enjoy working with others and believe in the power of youth voice and lived experience, then we encourage you to apply.

About the Business:
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.

What We Offer:

Employee Assistance Program: confidential and independent counselling for you and your family.

Strong commitment to learning and development.

Paid Parental and Partner Leave.

Free annual flu vaccination for staff.

Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.

Special Conditions:
To find out more about this role, including the key selection criteria and special conditions, please click on the 'apply' button.

Enquiries: Rebecca Sowter, Manager - Regional on 0428 427 981 or email: [email protected]

The department values an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community.

To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications Close: 24 July 2025 11:00 PM