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time left to apply End Date: July 20, 2025 (26 days left to apply)job requisition id JR104442$91,197 + super + NFP salary packaging benefitsPermanent Full Time ContractMake a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in needLife at Mission AustraliaWhen you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose .Mission Australias Transition to Work (TtW) program supports young people aged 1524 to build skills, confidence, and independence to enter employment or education. Based in Casuarina, this is an on-site position responsible for coordinating the effective delivery of TtW in Palmerston, while holding a small caseload of up to 30 young people.You will provide direct supervision to a small team of Youth Employment Specialists, ensuring best practice in service delivery, supporting performance development, and maintaining compliance with contractual, administrative, and reporting requirements. This position is ideal for someone with strong leadership experience, resilience, and a genuine passion for empowering youth.Your Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct line management and supervision to Youth Employment Specialists, including performance reviews, mentoring, and day-to-day support.Manage a small caseload of up to 30 young people, delivering tailored, strengths-based support to help them overcome vocational and non-vocational barriers.Monitor program performance against KPIs, outcomes, and DEWR requirements, implementing improvement strategies and ensuring quality assurance standards are met.Support recruitment, induction, training, and development of new and existing staff to foster a high-performing and cohesive team.Liaise with local employers, service providers, and stakeholders to build partnerships, create referral pathways, and develop work and learning opportunities for young people.Coordinate compliance activities including internal audits, WHS checks, financial approvals, and accurate documentation of program claims and wage subsidies.Represent Mission Australia in internal and external meetings, community networks, and strategic discussions in collaboration with the Area Manager.Requirementsfor SuccessMinimum of two years'' experience in a leadership role, ideally within Employment Services, Youth Work, or related community service settings.Tertiary qualifications in Community Services, Youth Work, Employment Services, or a related discipline.Demonstrated resilience, maturity, and emotional intelligence, with the ability to maintain strong professional boundaries and navigate complex youth needs.Proven ability to understand and apply policies, procedures, and contractual guidelines, including reporting and administrative compliance.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to mentor staff and build strong community and stakeholder relationships.Confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems, with strong administrative capability and attention to detail.Culturally aware, with a strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander protocols.Must have a myGovID account (set up at a minimum of standard strength) and use this account via the myGovID app to facilitate login to online systems for work purposes.Full driver licence with no restrictions.Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:Rewarding work every day you know youre making a real differenceNot-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay )Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.Our CultureOur innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if youre skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.auHow To ApplyTo be considered for this opportunity, click apply and send your application today!Applications for this role are shortlisted as received and we are interviewing through the advertising period. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you.About UsMission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive.Since 1859, weve been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact.Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration.We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services.Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more.Mission Australia believes a persons circumstances shouldnt define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential.Thats why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves. #J-18808-Ljbffr