ABOUT THE ROLE

The successful applicant will provide line management support of case management activities including reviewing assessments and suitability reporting, oversight of referral pathways, data recording, staff performance development and programmatic evaluations.

Your people skills will help you in your relationships with staff and stakeholders. In this role you will contribute to the general increase of knowledge and quality skills within the broader Youth Junction service delivery team.

Reporting to the Program Manager, this position is responsible for providing proactive reporting and risk management of services and will be involved in program development as opportunities arise.

The role will be a full-time hybrid position to 31st December 2024.

ABOUT YOU:

You are an experienced front-line manager with knowledge and understanding of youth work practice and the criminal justice system. You want to make a difference in the lives of young people, and to support them to develop and contribute to their community. Benefits include salary packaging.

THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU IF YOU HAVE:

• Previous experience in Youth Services or Social Work.
• Strong attention to detail, and record keeping skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Best Practice and experience in assessment, care planning and service delivery for young people.
• Demonstrated capacity to identify and manage risks within a service delivery environment.
• Experience in leading, coaching and developing staff to reaching their potential.
• Experience in developing partnerships with stakeholders.
• Experience in achieving outcomes through others.

YOU WILL NEED:

• A current Working With Children’s Check;
• Full Australian working rights;
• A current Police Records Check or be willing to undertake this process;
• Tertiary qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, Community Services, or Psychology;
• Experience/understanding of the AOD, Mental Health, Education/Training and/or Family Violence Sectors.
• Experience in working with culturally and linguistically different communities.
• Experience/ understanding of the criminal justice system and legislation and how it impacts vulnerable or disadvantaged young people and culturally diverse communities;

OUR STORY:

The Youth Junction Incorporated is a leading provider of holistic programs and services that support and advocate for young people with complex needs. We are passionate about helping young people strengthen their resilience, build confidence, and achieve their goals.

We are committed to providing innovative, ethical, empowering, inclusive, and collaborative services. Our team of experienced and qualified professionals has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by young people with complex needs, and we are committed to working with them to create a positive future by:

• Working with young people to develop personalised plans that address their individual needs and goals.
• Providing a range of holistic services, including counselling, case management, education and training, employment support, and housing assistance.
• Working closely with our strategic collaborators to ensure that young people have access to the full range of support they need.
• Advocating for young people at the individual, systemic, and policy levels.

The Youth Junction Inc. are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people with complex needs.

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

If you value the positive difference you can make, and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please complete an online application by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

For further information or enquiries contact: Chantelle Gianinotti on Ph: 0415 465 950 or [email protected]  using the subject line: Youth Engagement Programs Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may appoint prior to the closure of this advertisement. We look forward to hearing from you.

A position description is attached.