Not all heroes wear capes ... but plenty of them are here at Youth Projects!
A bit about us
We are an independent, registered charity providing front line support to young people and people experiencing homelessness to open pathways out of poverty and homelessness - breaking the cycle of disadvantage.
Our focus is on respect, client-centred care, and harm prevention so people can lead longer lives, have improved health, meaningful employment, and a greater sense of belonging, safety, and security through our holistic model of care.
This is (some) of what we got up to:
Over 8,000 people accessed our services Welcomed 16,431 visits to The Living Room 80% of the young people we supported landed sustainable employment or education outcomes More than 150,000 coffees were sold through our social enterprise cafes with $73K profit re-directed into homelessness and youth services Experienced 130,000+ contacts through our harm minimisation program Awarded 'Great Place to Work' 2022 and 2023 Providing a safe and inclusive workplace as 88% of our 2024 workforce identifying to have lived or living experience Want to challenge yourself and see what real change looks like?
Come join the Youth Projects Team.
A bit about the role
The primary objective of Community Partnership Coordinator is to establish and maintain important connections with community partners and organisations.
These connections serve a critical purpose to attract, engage and involve young individuals in Transition to Work Program.
In this role, you'll be responsible for carrying out a variety of projects and activities that help disadvantaged and vulnerable young people.
To achieve these goals, it's essential to build strong partnerships and work together with local social service providers, government agencies, schools, and community organisations.
The Community Partnership Coordinator's role is to bridge the gap between our Transition to Work Program and the young people it aims to help.
By working closely with these different groups, this role ensures that the program can provide the necessary support and resources to empower disadvantaged youth, ultimately helping them grow personally and professionally.
Key Requirements:
Educational Qualifications: Minimum degree-level qualification in Mental Health, Youth Work, Community Services, or Career Development is essential and non-negotiable.
Professional Experience: Demonstrated experience in employment services, training industries, and/or community/youth sectors, preferably with a track record of achievements and impact.
Client-Centric Approach: Ability to engage and work effectively with diverse client groups, understanding their needs and delivering tailored support and guidance.
Communication and Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with clients, stakeholders, and partners, fostering collaborative relationships for effective service delivery.
Innovative Problem-Solving: Capacity to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions to address complex issues faced by individuals or communities within the specified sectors.
Now ... let's talk about you
You are a born networker and love being out and about.
You have demonstrated business development and promotional skills to secure new and repeat business.
You can connect with young people and get them excited about employment and training.
You know the west and can use your connections to help develop employment and training opportunities for young people.
You're full of creative ways to build brand awareness and you understand that your brand is you.
You know not every day will be the same, you can switch from providing support to a service user, to doing your data entry in the blink of an eye.
Why should you work with us?
We're all about keeping things professional while still having a blast at work!
Our team brings high energy to everything we do, but we also know when to take it easy.
Flexibility is key here—whether you're tackling the next big project or taking time for yourself, we've got your work/life balance covered.
And let's not forget, every day you're here, you're making a real impact on real people.
But that's just the start.
Check out these awesome perks waiting for you:
Free, locally roasted coffee at the office A portion of your income as tax-free through generous salary packaging benefits PLUS additional tax-free salary packaging on meals & entertainment expenses Flexible work environment & flexibility to take extra unpaid leave for travel while working 17.5% Annual Leave Loading Uncapped Employee Assistance Program Additional paid leave for caregiving, wellbeing, family violence, study PLUS an extra five personal leave days Have you made it this far?
If you're still reading, we think there's a strong chance you might be our kind of person.
Send through your resume + a cover letter by clicking "Apply for the Job."
Recruitment for this position will be undertaken as applications are received, and only successful applicants will be notified.
Please note that it is a requirement of all Youth Projects positions that the successful applicant holds a valid Working Children's Check or Police Check.
Our commitment to diversity: At Youth Projects, we value diversity and believe that people from a range of backgrounds bring a variety of ideas, perspectives, and experiences that will enhance our effectiveness.
We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome, and value unique contributions and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and Indigenous candidates.
Safety screening: Youth Projects is committed to being a child-safe organisation, providing an environment where children who come into contact with the organisation feel safe.
Youth Projects has zero tolerance.
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