• Support young people across Bass Coast region  
• Fixed term - Part-Time to 30 June 2028 
• Flexible service delivery model with work required outside of business hours  
• Senior practitioner level position SCHADS Level 6

The Program

Our Bass Coast Youth Services program, funded by Bass Coast Shire Council aims to provide a safe, inclusive, and engaging service for young people in the Bass Coast area, fostering strong community relationships and empowering youth aged 12 to 25 years. Bass Coast Youth Services is based at the YES Youth Hub in Wonthaggi and outreaches across the Bass Coast area. 

About the role

You will be part of a dynamic team delivering services directly to young people. You will be primarily responsible for coordinating and facilitating activities within the YES Youth Hub and delivering outreach services across the Bass Coast region.   

You will be responsible for key stakeholder engagement and providing supervision/support to practitioner/s within the program.  

Position Requirements

• A relevant Degree in Social Work, Youth Work, Psychology, Early Childhood Specialist and/or related behavioural sciences with substantial experience or post graduate qualification or associate diploma with substantial experience attained through previous appointments, service and/or study with a combination of experience, expertise and competence sufficient to perform the duties required at this level.
• Full Victorian Drivers License.

What makes this such a great role for you

• Inspiring leadership opportunity
• A salary at SCHADS award level 6 
• Pool cars available for your use.
• We take the Health and Wellbeing of our people seriously offering a Well Worth It! Program, Fitness Passport, EIP and EAP.
• Access to discounted health insurance as well!
• A diverse and inclusive workplace for you to feel safe, acknowledged and included.
• Learn from a team around you, support one another and deliver the best outcomes for young people.
• Our people are our biggest asset, we will support you to progress your career with a dedicated L&D team.
• A workplace with Rainbow Tick Accreditation and DCA Inclusive Employer recognition.

What our people say: “I first came to Anglicare because of their reputation for delivering high-quality services. The size of the organisation was quite appealing as well. I’ve stayed for the same reasons - our size and strength means we have a lot of support structures and infrastructure that support us to do our work.”

Ready to take the next step

The next bit is easy, click "Apply Now" below and submit your resume with a cover letter that describes your passion for working with vulnerable children, young people and families. 

To learn more about the role a full Position Description is available here: Project Lead PD YS E AW6 032025 V1.2

For further enquiries regarding this position please contact Jane Kennard on 5135 9555 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Youth Services Coordinator - Bass Coast enquiry via EthicalJobs.

*Please note interviews may commence before this time as we recruit so, please submit your application ASAP.

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.