Job description Full Time (76 Hours per fortnight) Fixed term until 30th June 2026 Remuneration SCHCADS level 5 dependent on qualifications and experience superannuation 5 Weeks Annual Leave Up to $15,900 for living expenses up to $2,600 towards meals and entertainment can be tax-free through NFP Salary Packaging About us Youth Support Advocacy Service (YSAS) is one of Australia’s largest and most comprehensive, youth specific community service organisation that enables young people experiencing serious disadvantage to access the resources and support they require to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. YSAS is a Child Safe organisation. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of young people and are committed to protecting young people from harm or abuse who come into contact with and/or access our service. At YSAS we are committed to people of a diversity of backgrounds and identities being included, represented, and having the opportunity to participate equally in the life of our organisation and the communities in which we provide our services. We strive to create the conditions where people feel safe, enfranchised and valued. We value lived-living experience wisdom, insight, and knowledge. Key Selection Criteria Demonstrated experience and expertise in working effectively with young people and families experiencing multiple and complex health and psychosocial problems. Demonstrated experience and capability in undertaking family inclusive care and support to young people and families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of adolescent development and ability to implement interventions including assessments, case work / case management, advocacy, crisis intervention and outreach based service delivery. Demonstrated networking and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with partners and external agencies [e.g. government, NFP, and other sector funders and leaders] Sound computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite and email, plus familiarity with web-based information management, and communications systems. For full details of the position, please view the Position Description below. Why work with us? YSAS has a true commitment to flexible working, ensuring that individual, team and client needs are met YSAS offers additional leave entitlements such as gender affirmation, ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, fertility leave, blood donors leave, a generous Parental Leave Scheme and the ability to purchase additional leave. Access to learning and development opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Please Note: As part of our Employment screening process you will be required to undertake a National Criminal History check and have a current Working with Children Check. You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position. Further Enquiries For a confidential discussion about the position, please contact Emma Hutchinson, Community Manager, on 0417380307 regarding Position Name– Community Connector, Recruitment Ref. Number – 058_2025. YSAS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. YSAS has a zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the provision of a child-safe organisation.
