We’re looking for a professional Senior Youth Development Coach with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a 6 months maximum term full-time basis, working 38 hours per week based in Broadmeadows.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.

For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.

We are passionate about the work we do.

We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

THE ROLE

The Senior Youth Development Coach will deliver and coordinate the Youth Hubs and the Creating Futures for Youth programs across the North region of Melbourne. These programs support young people to realise and achieve their employment, education and training aspirations. As a Senior Youth Development Coach you will be responsible for direct service provision for Youth Hubs. The position provides direct support to program staff and works alongside the broader team to deliver on team outcomes and goals. 

• Lead the team for the successful delivery of the Youth Hubs and Creating Futures for Youth programs 
• Work in partnership with the team leadership group to drive an advantaged thinking approach to practice
• Support the service delivery of the programs, through providing 1:1 and group coaching support to young people to progress into education, training and employment
• Lead in creating referral pathways into programs, with local stakeholders including schools, training providers, community services and other government and nor government organisations

Salary will be in the range of $73,316.14 - $79,316.47 per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for an who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, community development, youth work and/or education, or extensive relevant experience. 
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience in coordinating and supervising staff and fostering staff learning and development. 
• Demonstrated broad knowledge and understanding of policy and practice in the area of education, employment, homelessness, and disadvantage among young people in the Australian context 
• Customer service focused

BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

If this looks like a role that’s right for you, APPLY NOW or contact Courtney Green on 0437 266 587 for a confidential discussion.

To view the position description, please click here. 

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.