Youth Work Case Manager

Kids First Australia; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Staff wellbeing program

Job summary

Kids First Australia invites applications for a Youth Work Case Manager to deliver mobile youth services in Perth, WA. This full-time fixed-term role runs until 30 June 2026, focusing on flexible, responsive support for young people and collaboration with families, schools and community services.

You will manage assessments, goals, referrals and ongoing care, while contributing to a welcoming Drop-in Service offering practical support and connections to services.

Qualifications

• Empathy-driven approach to youth work.
• Ability to build genuine, trusting relationships with young people.
• Capable of balancing structured case management with flexible, youth-friendly engagement.
• Commitment to creating inclusive, safe spaces for young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide mobile, flexible support to meet young people where they are.
• Build relationships with young people, families, schools and partners.
• Support youth with complex needs across assessment, goal setting, referrals, coordination and ongoing case management.
• Contribute to the Drop-in Service with practical support and access to services.

Skills

Relationship building

Adaptability

Case management

Inclusion & safety

Job description

• SCHADS Level 4 + Super + Salary Packaging
• Perth WA

• Youth Work Case Manager
• Full Time - Fixed Term (30 June 2026)
• SCHADS Level 4 + Super + Salary Packaging
• Perth WA

Kids First have a prominent 130-year history of safeguarding children achieved through an unwavering commitment to people and transformation. If you are passionate about strengthen family dynamics and looking for meaning and substance working for an organisation that acknowledges your value by offering great working conditions and flexible working arrangements, then this could be your next opportunity.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? This is your opportunity to do meaningful work where it matters most - out in the community, in the spaces where young people feel safe and heard.

Your New Role

Through our Mobile Youth Service, you'll provide flexible, responsive support that meets young people exactly where they are. You'll build genuine, trusting relationships and work collaboratively alongside, young people themselves, families, schools, Community services and other key partners.

Supporting young people with complex needs, your work will span the full continuum of care, including, Assessment, Goal setting, advocacy, referrals, coordination and ongoing case management.

Each week, you'll also play a vital role in our Drop-in Service - a safe, welcoming and inclusive space where young people can access, Practical support and information, engaging activities and connection to services.

This less formal setting gives you the chance to organically build relationships, spot where additional support could be beneficial, and show up for young people in a way that feels approachable and authentic.

About You

You're someone who leads with empathy and thrives on building real connections. You understand that working with young people experiencing complexity requires patience, creativity and a whole lot of heart. You bring:

• A strong relationship-focused approach to your work
• Adaptability and confidence when navigating complex situations
• The ability to balance structured case management with a flexible, youth-friendly engagement style
• A genuine commitment to creating inclusive, safe spaces for young people

Whether you're sitting across a desk or meeting a young person at their favourite hangout spot, you know how to show up in a way that builds trust and inspires change.

How We Reward You

At Kids First, we are committed to creating a workplace where our people feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. In joining our team, you will enjoy:

• A values-driven organisation that genuinely lives and breathes its principles every day
• Flexible Working arrangements to support work life balance
• Professional development opportunities, including specialist training in evidence-based models to nurture and advance your career
• Access to our Staff Wellbeing Program, designed to support your health and overall wellbeing

Kids First is an Equal Opportunity employer that respects and values diversity and inclusion. Kids First welcomes everyone to apply, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, and physical ability.

Kids First is a Child Safe Organisation, employment is conditional on satisfactory referee checks, a current Working With Children Check, National Criminal History check, proof of the right to work in Australia and a pre-employment medical (if applicable).