Youth Services Manager
Youth Services Manager
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$ 60 - 60
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About Us
Burdekin is an independent not-for-profit organisation that works with young people and their families in the community to prevent homelessness provide safe housing and support wellbeing. For young people in need of a safe home Burdekin develops creative solutions to advocate for the needs of every young person to feel safe and have a home so they can be empowered to fulfil their potential.
Make a difference with Burdekin
Were seeking a Youth Services Manager to lead our expanding Youth Services programs. Youll provide strategic direction oversee service delivery support and develop your team and work collaboratively with stakeholders to enhance youth outcomes across Northern Sydney and the Inner West.
Key Responsibilities
Leading and supervising a team of Youth Housing Coordinators and support staff
Managing the delivery of outreach and housing programs across multiple regions
Expanding services in the Inner West and strengthening partnerships with community and government organisations
Ensuring compliance with funding legal and accreditation standards
Driving innovation continuous improvement and trauma-informed best practice
Representing Burdekin at interagency meetings policy forums and peak bodies
About You
You are a confident leader who thrives in a mission-driven environment. You bring a deep understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable young people and a commitment to creating meaningful change through collaborative trauma-informed approaches.
You will need:
- Degree in Social Work or related field
- Leadership experience in the community services sector
- Strong understanding of youth homelessness trauma and child protection
- High-level interpersonal conflict-resolution assessment and problem-solving skills
- Experience with program development and stakeholder engagement
- Current WWCC Police Check and Drivers Licence (vehicle with comprehensive insurance required)
Why Join Us
Generous Salary Packaging benefits $15900 per year tax free
Staff discounts on a range of products
An additional day of leave to care for your wellbeing
Free confidential counselling sessions available to all permanent staff
Ready to Make a Difference
Apply now with your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the key requirements. For more information contact
*Burdekin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applications are encouraged from candidates from culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Indigenous candidates.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
