Youth Justice Community Support Services - Shift Worker

Meli; Geelong; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Meli's Youth Justice Community Support Service as a part-time Shift Worker to help young people build independence and life skills within the youth justice context. You will engage meaningfully, provide practical support and empower education and employment participation.

This fixed-term, 0.6 FTE role runs until 30 June 2027 with a pro-rata salary of $105,835 p.a. plus super and salary packaging. A trauma-informed, child-safe focus and strong collaboration with services are essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, or related field.
• Experience in case management or brief intervention with vulnerable youth and families.
• Understanding trauma-informed approaches, risk assessments and client planning.
• Knowledge of Victorian Child Safe Standards and child-safe culture.
• Experience with high-risk youth; Motivational Interviewing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support young people to build independence, confidence and life skills.
• Foster meaningful connections to strengthen community participation and inclusion.
• Collaborate with services and stakeholders for positive and sustainable outcomes.
• Empower education, training, employment and positive activities.
• Part-time, fixed-term position until 30 June 2027; 0.6 FTE.

Skills

Trauma-informed approach

Case management experience

Motivational Interviewing

Child-safe practice

Education

Diploma or higher in Youth Work, Social Work, Community Welfare

Job description

Youth Justice Community Support Services - Shift Worker

A single positive connection can change the course of ayoung person's future. Join Meli's Youth Justice Community Support Service andhelp young people build confidence, independence and stronger pathways beyondthe justice system.

As a Youth Justice Community Support Services Shift Worker,you'll play an important role in supporting young people who are navigatingsome of life's most complex challenges. Working alongside young people involvedwith the youth justice system, you'll help create opportunities for greaterindependence, stronger community connections and positive futures. Throughmeaningful engagement, practical support and a strengths-based approach, you'llempower young people to develop life skills, participate in education andemployment, and build the resilience needed to thrive. Every interaction is anopportunity to reduce barriers, foster hope and create lasting change.

As a Youth Justice Community Support Services Shift Worker, you will:

• Support young people to build independence, confidence and life skills for adulthood.
• Foster meaningful connections that strengthen community participation and social inclusion.
• Collaborate with services and stakeholders to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.
• Empower young people to engage in education, training, employment and positive activities.
• Part time, fixed term position until 30 June 2027
• 0.6 FTE working 45.6 hours per fortnight

A single positive connection can change the course of ayoung person's future. Join Meli's Youth Justice Community Support Service andhelp young people build confidence, independence and stronger pathways beyondthe justice system.

As a Youth Justice Community Support Services Shift Worker,you'll play an important role in supporting young people who are navigatingsome of life's most complex challenges. Working alongside young people involvedwith the youth justice system, you'll help create opportunities for greaterindependence, stronger community connections and positive futures. Throughmeaningful engagement, practical support and a strengths-based approach, you'llempower young people to develop life skills, participate in education andemployment, and build the resilience needed to thrive. Every interaction is anopportunity to reduce barriers, foster hope and create lasting change.

As a Youth Justice Community Support Services Shift Worker, you will:

• Support young people to build independence, confidence and life skills for adulthood.
• Foster meaningful connections that strengthen community participation and social inclusion.
• Collaborate with services and stakeholders to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.
• Empower young people to engage in education, training, employment and positive activities.

Position Details

• Part time, fixed term position until 30 June 2027
• 0.6 FTE working 45.6 hours per fortnight
• $105,835 (pro-rata) p/a + Super + SalaryPackaging

What We’re Looking For

Wevalue individuals who bring dedication, empathy, and expertise to their roles.To succeed in this position, you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, Community Welfare (Diploma or higher) or a relevant combination of education and experience.
• Experience in case management or brief intervention support for vulnerable individuals and families, including engaging young people at risk and addressing challenging behaviours, using the Best Interests Case Management Framework.
• Strong understanding of trauma and the ability to apply trauma-informed approaches, conduct risk assessments, and develop effective individual or family plans
• Knowledge of Victorian Child Safe Standards, with a demonstrated commitment to maintaining a child-safe organisation in practice and culture.
• Experience working with high-risk youth, particularly in youth offending contexts, and applying Motivational Interviewing techniques for behaviour change is highly desirable.

Why Work with Us?

At Meli, we offer more than just a job - we provide a platform to thrive, grow, and make an impact. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) includes:

• SupportiveCulture: Join a values-driven organization that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• CareerGrowth: Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities and clear pathways for progression.
• FinancialBenefits: Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year, enhancing your financial well-being.
• Work-LifeBalance: Benefit from flexible ways of working.
• EmployeeWellbeing: Participate in employee-led Inclusion Working Groups, access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme.
• Diversityand Inclusion: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life.

Join Our Commitment

Meli is committed to providing a child-safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or harm of children. Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. All employment with Meli is subject to reference checks, a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check, VIT Check (where applicable) and a current Working with Children Check prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce.

Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at***********@meli.org.au to discuss how we can best support you.