Job Reference: 1V0A938C Eligibility: External Vacancy – Open to Everyone Division: Community & Aboriginal Partnerships Location: Adelaide Salary Range: 104,180-111,746 Classification: AHP3 Engagement Type: Term Contract Closing Date: 16 Oct 2025 Role Highlights Exciting opportunity for those with a passion for working with young people Support young people to strengthen their engagement in community Provide intervention to young people to desist from offending behaviour Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most. About the Business Our Youth Justice and Inclusion Support team is responsible for tertiary elements of the youth justice system, including custodial and community-based supervision and support. Through program and service development and delivery, they help children and young people with their rehabilitation and to reconnect with their family and culture. Role Details The Senior Occupational Therapist, YOP is role within Youth Justice Therapeutic Services and is accountable to the Clinical Manager – Young Offender Program for: Delivering advanced occupational therapy assessment, intervention planning, and consultation for young people identified through the YOP process. Contribute to reducing young offender reoffending by addressing functional impairments, environmental barriers, and developmental needs through trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice and supporting access to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Providing clinical leadership within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to service innovation, and supporting the development of best practice models in youth justice and disability support. Special Conditions National Police Check required. Employment-related Screening Check required. Some out of hours work may be required. Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required. Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C). Role Status: Term up to 24/09/2027. Essential Qualifications: Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (OBTA) and must hold and maintain registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Attachments: Role Description - Senior Occupational Therapist Young Offender Program (YOP) - AHP3.pdf Contact Us Enquiries to Sky Lambert 0417 892 Diversity And Inclusion DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA and gender diverse people. We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment experience and supportive work environment. If you require any assistance with our recruitment process, please contact us at sa.gov.au and a member of our team will get back to you. The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in. Application Instructions Resume and Cover Letter You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide Screening Checks If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body. If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.
