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Townsville, Queensland, Australia
Onsite
Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia to meet the growing needs of people across the country.
Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more about us and our purpose.
Your opportunity
Join the team at Townsville Youth Foyer, a unique program that combines safe accommodation with support, coaching and opportunity for young people aged 16-25.
Using the Youth Foyer model and a strengths-based approach, you'll work alongside young people to build independence, achieve personal goals, and create pathways into education, training and employment.
As a Youth Development Coach, you'll provide individualised case management and practical support, helping young people develop life skills, strengthen community connections and achieve sustainable outcomes.
Through positive relationships, advocacy and coaching, you'll empower young people to build confidence and create brighter futures.
You'll be part of a passionate and supportive team committed to making a lasting impact in the lives of young people in Townsville.
Must be able to work Monday and Friday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm onsite.
Your key responsibilities will be to
Requirements for success
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Your benefits
To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:
Our culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.
If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details.
We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au
Find out more about a career with Mission Australia.
How to apply
Click 'Apply' and send your application today!
As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.
Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you
