Be the driving force behind a vibrant youth hub where young people feel heard, supported and empowered.

Why this role matters

At The Salvation Army, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive. We're looking for a passionate and proactive Youth Hub Coordinator to lead the day-to-day operations of our North/West Metro Youth Hub, creating meaningful opportunities for young people to connect, participate, learn and grow.

This is a chance to amplify young people's voices, foster leadership, build community connections and help shape services that make a real difference.

About the Role

As the Youth Hub Coordinator, you'll be at the heart of our youth services, coordinating hub activities, engaging directly with young people and driving youth participation initiatives across the region.

Reporting to the Client Services Coordinator, this is a fixed-term full-time position, contracted until October 2027, based on-site in Sunshine, VIC.

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award (SCHADS) Level 5.

How you will make an impact

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Youth Hub, creating a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for young people.
• Lead and facilitate youth participation programs, workshops and events that build skills, confidence and connection.
• Coordinate and support the Youth Advisory Group (YAG), ensuring young people's voices help shape services and initiatives.
• Design and deliver life skills, leadership and training programs that empower young people to thrive independently.
• Support young people experiencing crisis through a trauma-informed approach, providing timely and responsive assistance.
• Build strong relationships with community organisations and stakeholders to enhance opportunities and outcomes for young people.

About You

You are passionate about youth engagement and believe in the power of young people to create meaningful change in their lives and communities.

You'll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Community Services, Youth Work, Social Sciences or a related field
• Experience working with vulnerable and diverse young people within community services
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups, workshops and youth participation initiatives
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed and psychologically informed practice
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
• Confidence working independently and responding professionally in dynamic environments
• A commitment to inclusion, advocacy and empowering young people to reach their goals
• A Current Employee Working with Children Check
• A Current Victorian Driver’s Licence

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee’s a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit

·       Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities

·       Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport 

·       Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days) 

·       Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency

·       Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable/social impacts

Ready to help young people raise their voices, expand their choices and create change?

Apply now and be part of a team that is making a genuine impact on the lives of young people across Melbourne's North and West.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people 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