At the Department of Human Services (DHS), we're dedicated to enhancing South Australians' lives by promoting inclusion, independence, community support and modern services.

How can we help?

How we help

We offer a wide range of services and resources designed to aid individuals, families, communities and non-government organisations (NGO) in South Australia.

About us

We lead the development of policy to ensure our programs and services are appropriate, modern and effective in meeting the needs of South Australians.

Work with us

We’re looking for passionate people to join us and help South Australia thrive. If you have drive and integrity, then you have our attention!

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The latest news from the Department of Human Services.

 

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We welcome all forms of contact and feedback.

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Nominate now for the 2026 South Australian Volunteer Awards

General, Youth Justice

South Australians are encouraged to recognise the everyday heroes who strengthen our communities.

South Australian Volunteer Awards 2026 nominations open

SA Community Youth Justice team recognised on national stage

General, Youth Justice

The outstanding work by DHS’s Community Youth Justice team has been recognised at the 2025 Australasian Youth Justice Administrators (AYJA)

Expanded visitor program to protect more South Australians with disability

General

The SA Government is expanding the Community Visitor Scheme to provide wellbeing checks for people with disability in private or

Page last updated 9 October 2025