Department of Human Services
Job reference: 708421
Location: CAVAN
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Role Highlights
* Client-focused role
* Support young people to strengthen their engagement in community
* Work with a dynamic and enthusiastic team
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
KIND mentor will provide mentoring to young people engaged in Youth Justice who use violence in their family and/or intimate partner relationships.
Working as part of a therapeutic team, and working alongside Family Violence Clinicians, the KIND mentor develops future focused goals and works with the young person to achieve these, as well as providing pro social role modelling and promoting positive behaviors.
The KIND mentor is an outreach role based within Kurlana Tapa Youth Training Centre, as well as in community in an outreach capacity.
Special Conditions
National Police 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 31/07/2025
Salary Range: $76,561-$80,256 (OPS4)
Location: Cavan
Enquiries: Kate Melvin, Email:
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 and a member of our team will get back to you.
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.
Applications close: 17/11/2025 11:30 PM