Cultural Practice Advisor

Style Up; Ipswich City, Toowoomba Regional; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, full-time position

Flexible base locations: Ipswich/Toowo

Job summary

Based in Ipswich, Toowoomba or Bundaberg, the Cultural Practice Advisor will work across DCC Industry Group to maximise outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, guiding policies, strategies, programs and services to be culturally secure and responsive.

Drawing on cultural expertise, the role fosters respectful relationships with communities and grows the organisation’s cultural capability while collaborating with marketing for outreach and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Teritary qualification in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander studies, social work, human services or related field.
• Extensive knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and practices.
• Ability to assess risk, solve problems and negotiate outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Advise on improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural governance and community engagement across the group.
• Provide cultural advice and leadership to ensure services and decisions are respectful and safe.
• Support and train staff to build cultural understanding and workforce capability.
• Work with communities, peak bodies and partners to improve services and engagement.
• Support children and young people by advocating for their needs and staying connected to culture.

Skills

Cultural governance

Community engagement

Stakeholder collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Travel capability

Risk assessment

Policy advice

Education

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander studies / related field

Job description

Based in either Ipswich, Toowoomba or Bundaberg, the Cultural Practice Advisor will work collaboratively across DCC Industry Group to maximise outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This role will be integral in providing advice and guidance in the planning, development and implementation of policies, strategies, programs, and services to support culturally secure and responsive support.

The Cultural Practice Advisor will draw on personal experience and knowledge of traditions and customs to provide culturally appropriate services. This individual will use cultural expertise and knowledge to foster respectful relationships with communities and contribute to growing the organisation’s cultural capability.

Responsibilities will include:

• Advise on improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural governance and community engagement across the group.
• Provide cultural advice and leadership to ensure services and decisions are respectful and safe for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples we support.
• Support and train staff to build cultural understanding, skills, and confidence, and promote continuous learning and workforce cultural capability through sharing knowledge of culturally significant practices.
• Work with communities, peak bodies, and partners to improve services and strengthen engagement.
• Support children and young people by helping them stay connected to family, community, and culture, and by advocating for their needs.
• Engage with children, young people, and stakeholders to support cultural needs and care plan goals.
• Contribute to team discussions, reporting, and other organisational tasks as required.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Department on marketing and campaign efforts, create resources and engage with networks to support service delivery.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Studies, Social Work, Human Services, Psychology or Social Science or relevant field is desirable
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures, and practices
• Capacity to assess and manage risk, problem solve and negotiate successful outcomes in challenging circumstances
• Proven ability to build relationships and strategic partnerships with government, non-government and community partners
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively and sensitively with a broad range of people from diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and work independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to travel to DCC sites
• Working with Children Check (QLD Paid Blue Card)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card)
• Able to pass a police check
• First Aid and CPR Certificates
• Satisfactory LCS (Child Safety) Check outcome
• Valid Australian Driver's licence

Cultural Consideration

For this position, applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander , in recognition of the vital importance of cultural knowledge, lived experience, and community connection in foster care delivery. This is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). Non-Indigenous applicants may be considered in subsequent recruitment rounds if no suitable Indigenous candidates are identified initially.

What's on Offer:

• Permanent, full-time position with the flexibility to be based in Ipswich, Toowoomba or Bundaberg
• Predictable Monday-to-Friday schedule, supporting a healthy work-life balance
• A meaningful role with genuine influence across cultural practice, service delivery and organisational decision-making
• The opportunity to strengthen outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families and communities
• Work within a proudly Indigenous-led, values-driven and growing Queensland organisation
• Culturally responsive leadership, regular one-on-one supervision and ongoing mentoring
• Professional development opportunities to support your continued growth and impact
• Opportunities to build strong relationships with communities, peak bodies and sector partners
• Free and confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing
• You'll be joining a an inclusive organisation working towards Rainbow Tick accreditation

About Us:

At DCC Industry Group, we're committed to creating meaningful opportunities that empower individuals, strengthen families, and build thriving communities. As a proudly Indigenous-led organisation and NDIS-registered provider, we deliver person-centred services across Youth & Communities, Foster and Kinship Care, Workforce, Allied Health, and Disability Services.

Guided by our values of Respect, Justice, Equality, Humility and Courage, we work alongside individuals, families and communities to deliver culturally responsive, evidence-based support that creates lasting outcomes.

When you join DCC, you'll become part of a growing organisation where collaboration, innovation and genuine purpose come together to make a real difference in communities across Queensland.

We are proud to be an Indigenous-led organisation, and we value diversity and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and culturally respectful workplace for all. We have zero tolerance for discrimination and uphold the highest standards of child safeguarding in line with the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024 (Qld).

We welcome candidates from all cultural backgrounds, abilities, genders, and identities who share our commitment to child safety, cultural safety, and the wellbeing of children and young people.

The National Indigenous Times acknowledges and pays respect to past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation. We recognise Aboriginal Community's continuing connection to their lands, waters and stories and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.