Role Highlights
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Client-focused role
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Make a difference for South Australians
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Vibrant, committed and supportive team
About the Business
Our Inclusion, Supports and Safeguarding Division brings together policy and reform advice, while helping those experiencing vulnerability to participate safely and securely in our economy and remain connected with the community. It also provides grants to community groups and non-government organisations to expand services to support people and offers interpreting services in 110 languages, including several First Nations.
Role Details
The
Aboriginal Language Interpreting Service (ALIS) operates within Interpreting and Translating Centre of the Department of Human Services.
To become
an interpreter with ALIS, you must be:
- Fluent
in an Aboriginal language and speak clear English
- Interested
in being employed by the government.
ALIS is
seeking multiple casual interpreters who can speak the following languages
(including others):
Pitjantjatjara
Yankunytjatjara
Pintupi/Luritja
Arrernte –
all dialects
Warlpiri
As an
interpreter you will be helping communication between two or more people
speaking one or more Aboriginal languages and English.
We are
seeking applications from people currently living/working in the Adelaide
metropolitan area, Port Augusta, Whyalla, Port Pirie, Ceduna, Yalata,
surrounding homelands and the APY Lands.
All
interpreters will receive funded Nationally Accredited training in
interpreting. DHS will also provide you with an in depth induction training and
ongoing support
The Interpreter - Aboriginal Languages is a role within Inclusions, Supports and Safeguarding and is accountable to the Manager, Interpreting and Translating Centre (ITC) for:
• Undertaking interpreting assignments for Aboriginal Language speakers which result in effective communication.
• Contributing to the efficient operation of the ITC.
Special Conditions
Only people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent may apply (pursuant to Section 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984).
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
National Accreditation Authority (NAATI) Certification or relevant diploma in Interpreting is desirable.
Attachments:
Contact Us
Enquiries to Steven Pepper
1800 280 203 option 2
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 reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require assistance with this process,
please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the 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 and experience align with 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.