yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.
yourtown helps children and young people realise they have the ability to tackle whatever life throws at them. We help them to believe in their unique strengths, tenacity and self-determination. We recognise the courage and determination of children and young people when they reach out to yourtown for support.
Realise your potential at yourtown
our program
Transition to Work (TtW) is the Australian Government’s youth specialist employment service that supports young people to develop practical skills to gain employment or connect with education or training. At yourtown, we understand everyone is unique – and so is their journey to finding work. We don’t just help with the job hunt. We provide tailored, youth-focused support for young people to get work, skills and practical help to transform their lives.
What distinguishes Transition to Work from other government services is that we are a choice program; our members have the choice to engage with our program. Our dedicated team collaborates closely with young people, tailoring a blend of activities and services to support their employment, education, and personal aspirations.
yourtown has been delivering youth specialist Employment Services for 18 years and is a well-respected, long-term Transition to Work provider. Come join our Transition to Work program where you can make a positive impact on the lives of young people within the community.
our opportunities
We have four exciting opportunities in the Transition to Work program in the Brisbane South East region and are thrilled to welcome passionate & dynamic professionals to yourtown. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in enhancing our brand presence and making a significant impact within the Transition to Work Program. Join us and be a part of our growth story!
Across Brisbane South East, we have opportunities for the following positions:
• Employment Consultant: Join a collaborative support team dedicated to empowering young people. You'll focus on enhancing their skills, confidence, and readiness for employment through targeted and customised activities. Leverage your customer service expertise and relationship-building abilities to guide them toward meaningful, sustainable careers.
• Indigenous Mentor: Offer culturally sensitive mentorship and guidance to Indigenous youth aged 15-24. Help them develop the skills and confidence necessary to thrive in the workforce, providing tailored support to ensure their success and retention in employment.
• Business Development Consultant: Work closely with employers to design suitable job opportunities, effectively matching young people with the right employment opportunities. Your collaboration will help create pathways to success and ensure positive outcomes for both.
what we are looking for
You are passionate about what you do. To you this is not just a job, it is your career – a choice that you make every day! Your practice is client-focused, our young people are at the heart of it, and you understand that they are the experts in their own lives.
• Extensive knowledge of youth employment issues including challenges to employment, strategies to overcome challenges and a demonstrated empathy with young people.
• The drive to meet KPIs – it isn’t just a number; it is a young person’s life that you help change for the better.
• You understand the local labour market and can develop employer focused strategies to place disadvantaged young people into sustainable employment.
• Strong administrative skills, computer literacy and demonstrated attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Confident with problem-solving on the go, navigating challenges with an outcomes-focused approach.
• You’re a natural problem solver, who can multi-task and prioritise your workload.
• Australian Drivers Licence.
your benefits
When you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe, inclusive, and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation. We are a resilient, resourceful, and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.
Your employment experience will include:
• salary sacrifice options to increase your take home pay
• enjoy work life balance with a monthly RDO
• access to Paylab to help you save on everyday items like groceries, pharmaceutical, automotive services, as well as things like clothing, books, electricals, furniture, and even holidays!
• opportunities for internal and external professional development
• free access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16,000 learning modules
• a genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
• yourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr Apps
• access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and members of your immediate family
• access to discounted private health insurance, banking and finance, insurance, and superannuation through our partner organisations
• an environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer
how to apply
If you believe in the power of young people and in yourself, join team yourtown and have an amazing impact on the lives of young people, their families, neighbourhoods and the wider community in Australia.
Please indicate the position you're interested in when filling out the application form. To apply, please visit: https://careers.yourtown.com.au/
Contact: Lily Welch | Talent Acquisition Specialist | lwelch@yourtown.com.au
yourtown has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all, for all.
yourtown is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.
"In our team we value diversity, inclusivity and people who want to make a difference"