- Location
- Youth Services WA, Australia
- Type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Transition Coach – Home Stretch WA
Full-time | Permanent
Morley, WA
SCHADS Level 4
Why this role matters
Home Stretch WA is transforming what it means for young people to leave Out of Home Care. Instead of facing adulthood alone at eighteen, young people aged seventeen to twenty-one are supported, encouraged and championed as they build their futures. As a Transition Coach, you become one of the steady and trusted adults walking beside them during one of the most important transitions of their lives.
You will meet young people where they are in their homes, in the community and at district offices. You will offer practical support, genuine connection and a belief in their potential. Every conversation, every visit and every moment of encouragement matters.
You will be joining a large, passionate and collaborative team that values each other deeply. It is a workplace where people feel supported, where ideas are shared freely and where the wins, both big and small, are celebrated together. If you thrive in a positive team culture and want your work to have real impact, this is a place where you will feel at home.
This is a full time, Monday to Friday outreach role based in Morley. Pay is in accordance with SCHADS Level 4.
About the role
As a Transition Coach, you will walk alongside young people as they move toward independence. You will provide one to one coaching, mentoring and case coordination that helps them build confidence, skills and strong support networks. You will support young people to stay connected to culture, country, family and community. You will help them access safe housing, education, training, employment and meaningful participation in their communities.
You will work collaboratively with Child Protection staff, carers, kin, community members and other key stakeholders. Your practice will be trauma informed, culturally safe and strengths based. You will ensure young people’s voices shape their plans and goals.
This role is primarily outreach based and may include home visits, in reach to hospitals, detention centres and regular co location at Child Protection District Offices.
How you will make an impact
Provide one to one coaching, mentoring and case coordination to young people transitioning from care
Support young people to build natural networks and maintain connection to culture, country, family and community
Assist young people to secure safe and stable housing and navigate the Home Stretch WA housing allowance
Help young people access education, training, employment and meaningful community participation
Walk alongside young people as they build independence, confidence and life skills
Advocate strongly for young people and ensure their voices shape their plans and goals
Work collaboratively with Child Protection staff, carers, kin, community members and other key stakeholders
Maintain accurate case notes, records and outcomes data
Participate in reflective practice, training and the Home Stretch WA Community of Practice
What you will bring
Relevant qualifications in youth work, community services or a related field
Experience working with young people, ideally within the youth work or leaving care sector
A deep understanding of the challenges faced by young people with care experience
The ability to build trust, motivate and support young people through complex situations
Strong case management skills and confidence working independently in an outreach capacity
Excellent communication, relationship building and advocacy skills
A trauma informed, culturally safe and strengths-based approach
Flexibility, initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities
A current WA Driver’s Licence
A working with children and Departmental 395 checks are required
A current first aid certificate is required
What we offer
NFP salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 tax free and an additional $2,650 Entertainment Benefit
Flexible working arrangements
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling
Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts
Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
Up to 8 weeks of leave per year through our purchased leave scheme
Generous parental leave of 12 weeks
Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
A supportive, inclusive culture with passionate and dedicated team members
The opportunity to be part of a program transforming outcomes for young people leaving care
How to apply
If you are passionate about walking alongside young people and want to be part of a positive, collaborative and purpose driven team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including a resume and cover letter, outlining your suitability for the role.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
