Youth Homelessness Coordinator

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging up to

Free PCYC Gym Membership

15% discount on PCYC services

Flexible work options

Volunteer day each year

Bonus leave day during Christmas

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

17.5% annual leave loading

Access to online learning platform

Corporate health plan with HCF

Job summary

Work Initiatives in Cairns is seeking a Youth Homelessness Coordinator to lead early intervention and support services for at-risk young people through the PCYC Cairns and Yarrabah Youth Clubs. You will identify youth at risk, oversee case management, and coordinate responses with schools, government agencies, housing providers and community organisations.

Reporting to the Youth Club Manager, you will guide a team of Support Workers, ensure positive outcomes for young people and their families,

Qualifications

• Hold (or able to obtain) a QLD Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and consent to a National Police Check.
• Experience in the not-for-profit sector desirable.
• At least 3 years’ experience in social and community sector programs desirable.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours as required.
• Hold a current First Aid and CPR Certificate or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of youth homelessness early intervention and support services.
• Identify young people at risk of homelessness through after-school programs.
• Coordinate responses with community stakeholders to ensure positive outcomes.
• Support partnerships with schools, government agencies, community organisations, housing providers and support services.

Skills

Case management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Tertiary qualifications in social work / psychology / human services or similar

Job description

$40.68 -$43.62 per hour(depending on experience and qualifications)

We are currently seeking passionate and professional Youth Homelessness Coordinator to join our PCYC Cairns and Yarrabah Youth Clubs. If you have a passion for supporting at-risk youth and expertise in case management, we'd love to hear from you!

What we can offer

• In addition to your remuneration, enjoy generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per annum tax free. This will allow you to take home more of your income before it is taxed!
• Free PCYC Gym Membership
• 15% discount on PCYC services such as Fun Squad, Gymnastics and Little n Active
• Flexible work options may be available
• Volunteer day every year – volunteer in a different area of the Organisation and get involved in your community!
• Bonus leave day during the Christmas Closedown
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retention leave: receive the benefit of additional leave on your 3,5 and 10-year anniversaries (permanent employees only)
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to our online learning management system and facilitated programs, such as our Leadership Development Program – Your career progression is important to us!
• Access to our corporate health plan with HCF, offering very competitive and comprehensive health insurance products

Your New Role

Reporting to the Youth Club Manager, you will be responsible for leading the development and delivery of youth homelessness early intervention and support services. The role focuses on identifying young people at risk of homelessness through after-school programs, providing or overseeing case management support, coordinating responses with community stakeholders, and ensuring positive outcomes for vulnerable young people and their families. You will facilitate strong and collaborative partnerships with schools, government agencies, community organisations, housing providers, and support services while proividing guidance and support to your team of Support Workers.

About You

• Hold (or able to obtain before commencement) a QLD Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and consent to a National Police Check
• Experience in the not-for-profit sector (desirable)
• Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate field (social work, psychology, human services or similar) along with at least 3 years’ experience working in social and community sector programs (desirable)
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours as required
• Hold a current First Aid and CPR Certificate or willing to obtain

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

PCYC Queensland is committed to creating safe, inclusive environments where children and young people are protected, respected and supported to thrive. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility across our teams, supported by our long-standing partnership with the Queensland Police Service (QPS).

Please note:Working With Children Check (Blue Card) No Card, No Start and Restricted Person legislation applies.All PCYC employees are required to complete a National Police Check upon commencement.

PCYC is committed to building and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.