Community Youth Navigator

The Salvation Army Employment Plus

Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia
Not specified; salary pyckaging up to $15,900 tax ...
Aboriginal and/or torres strait islander identity
Culturally safe practice knowledge
Trauma-informed support experience
This role involves providing strengths-based, culturally safe, and trauma-informed support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people aged 16–25

Job Summary

  • This role involves providing strengths-based, culturally safe, and trauma-informed support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people aged 16–25.
  • The successful candidate will act as a trusted mentor and advocate to help youth navigate housing, education, justice, and wellbeing pathways.
  • The Salvation Army offers a comprehensive benefits package including salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free and specific cultural leave entitlements.

Matching Summary

This role involves providing strengths-based, culturally safe, and trauma-informed support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people aged 16–25.

Salary

Not specified; Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity
  • Culturally safe practice knowledge
  • Trauma-informed support experience
  • Strong communication and yarning skills
  • Driver's licence required

Nice-to-have

  • Lived experience with vulnerable youth
  • Understanding of youth homelessness barriers
  • Experience working with Elders and ACCOs
  • Commitment to healing-centred practices

Key Requirements

  • Cert IV or higher in Community Services/Youth Work
  • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
  • Valid Driver's Licence

Work Rights

Must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander

Tailored Resume

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