Tangentyere Council is a community controlled Public Benevolent Institution delivering human services and social enterprise activities for the benefit of Aboriginal people from the Town Camps and Central Australia.
First incorporated in 1979, the organisation was a finalist in the 2016 Reconciliation Australia, Indigenous Governance Awards and is one of the 10 largest Aboriginal Corporations in Australia.
At Tangentyere, our jobs are varied and range from administrative to professional fields.
We have a strong commitment to the employment of local Aboriginal staff, valuing this as a core feature of any culturally competent service, as well as the capacity development of Aboriginal people. The majority of our workforce is Aboriginal. Inherent within TCAC employment of local Aboriginal people is the concept of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
With a dedicated and friendly workforce, generous entitlements, and challenging and rewarding roles, Tangentyere Council offers an ideal workplace for people interested in working in Aboriginal Community Services.
Tangentyere Council is committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Tangentyere Council is responsible for the care and protection of children and reporting information about child abuse.
Our recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out working with children, police checks and reference checks for all candidates to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.
Employee Benefits
Tangentyere is pleased to offer attractive employee benefits, including:
Generous leave entitles including 6 weeks annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading, and Healthy Lifestyle Leave
Attractive remote area Salary Sacrifice arrangements available to permanent part time and full time staff
Long Service Leave available, pro rata after 7 years continuous service.
Additional allowances include bilingual, first aid, travel
Guaranteed remuneration whilst on Jury Service
Contact Human Resources
4 Elder Street,
Alice Springs NT 0870
T: (08) 8951 4222
Option 7
Level: 6.1
Salary: $114.145 per annum/pro rata
Status: Permanent Full Time
CAYLUS works to prevent petrol sniffing and reduce the supply, demand and harm associated with volatile substance use (VSU) and other substances across Central Australia.
The Senior Community Development Worker is responsible for the leadership, coordination and delivery of a defined portfolio of community development, youth diversion, and AOD-related programs across Central Australia.
Operating under limited direction, the role exercises a high degree of autonomy and is accountable for program outcomes, stakeholder engagement, and the development of effective, community-led responses.
The position leads regional responses to volatile substance use and oversees key projects including remote computer rooms, workforce development, and service coordination with rehabilitation providers. The role works in partnership with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) to design, implement and sustain culturally informed, trauma-informed community development programs.
This position will be based in Alice Springs, with travel to remote communities as needed.
As part of your role, you will be working with children, people with a disability and people who are vulnerable. It is your obligation to always ensure their safety and report any concerns in line with our duty of care obligations. We have zero tolerance when it comes to abuse of any kind and will take disciplinary action, including and up to termination of employment, should we determine that abuse has taken place or there has been a failure to report any suspected or alleged abuse.
Closing date: 05/08/2026
Suitable applicants may be appointed prior to the closing date.
See for more information on how to apply.
