Brisbane Youth Service is a well-respected not-for-profit supporting vulnerable young people and young families who are at risk or experiencing homelessness. Join Brisbane Youth Service today to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people in our community.
At BYS, we actively promote work-life balance and provide a supportive team environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability or marital status.
Research shows that women and people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are less likely to apply for a position until they meet 100% of the criteria. So if you don’t have all the qualifications or experience required for a role, please consider applying for a position with us anyway. We encourage applications from minorities and are committed to our workforce reflecting the diversity of the young people that we support.
- 30% of the young people we support are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander,
- Almost 1 in 4 identify as LGBTIQAP+,
- 11 % are culturally and linguistically diverse.
Housing Managers
The Opportunity
- Full-time position | 76 hours per fortnight
- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
- Excellent salary packaging benefits
We have two Housing Manager positions available. One supporting a team of Youth Housing Specialists providing housing support and tenancy sustainment to young people and young families in social housing, private rental and properties managed by BYS.
The second Manager role will manage and provide operational support to three residential housing models with young people aged 16-18, and two Advantaged Thinking models of housing for young people being supported on their way to exit homelessness.
To be successful in your application you will need to provide written responses to the following selection criteria:
- Understanding of and commitment to BYS vision, objectives and practice framework
- Demonstrated understanding of the responsibilities of a community housing provider in accordance with the National Regulatory System Community Housing, the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008, and Community Housing Tenancy Management Policy 2020
- Demonstrated experience in managing case management support, and tenancy management services.
- Highly developed critical thinking, problem solving and risk management skills and the demonstrated application of these in delivery of frontline services.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate programs and service responses with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build effective networks and negotiate and influence internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise and meet deadlines and effectively manage contracts, reporting, and budgets.
We know diversity makes a positive difference and encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to apply.
How to Apply
Thank you for taking the time to review this position and for considering working with Brisbane Youth Service.
To apply, please email your (1) Cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with your (2) CV to the HR team at hr@brisyouth.org.
Interviews may take place progressively for successfully shortlisted applicants with an immediate start available.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Learning & Development Coordinator
The Opportunity
- Full-time position | 76 hours per fortnight
- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
- Excellent salary packaging benefits
The objective of this role is working collaboratively as part of a small team to deliver quality HR services and support to 100+ staff, within a dynamic, fast paced environment.
This position will have a focus on Learning and Development for the organisation to drive continuous improvement, succession planning and create seamless employee development from onboarding through to leadership development.
To be successful in your application you will need to provide written responses to the following selection criteria:
- Understanding of and commitment to BYS vision, objectives and values, including a commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion in the workforce
- Demonstrated experience in designing tailored training programs and utilising learning and development platforms and technology to build an employee support and development resource
- Proven ability to provide accurate, timely, and professional advice based on current legislation, industrial instruments, policies and procedures
- Excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, and an ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Proven planning, project administration and analytical skills, working within agreed priorities, resources and timeframes, and an ability to independently prioritise work and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated experience in HR Information Systems [HRIS] and producing HR management reports
We know diversity makes a positive difference and encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to apply.
How to Apply
Thank you for taking the time to review this position and for considering working with Brisbane Youth Service.
To apply, please email your (1) Cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with your (2) CV to the HR team at hr@brisyouth.org.
Interviews may take place progressively for successfully shortlisted applicants with an immediate start available.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Intake and Brief Intervention Worker
The Opportunity
- Full-time | 76 hours per fortnight for an initial 6-month contract, in line with funding
- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
- Excellent salary packaging benefits
We are seeking a highly motivated Intake and Brief Intervention Worker to join our team. This position provides young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with solution focused crisis and brief interventions and thorough assessment and referrals, both internal to BYS and to the wider community.
To be successful in your application you will need to provide written responses to the following selection criteria:
- Understanding of and commitment to BYS vision, objectives and practice framework
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues impacting young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
- Demonstrated ability to undertake thorough assessments of a young person’s situation and support needs, including risk assessments
- Demonstrated ability to work holistically with vulnerable young people, building trusting relationships and delivering solution focussed crisis and brief interventions
- Strong communication skills, including interpersonal skills and writing skills and the ability to advocate effectively on behalf of other
- Strong organisational and planning skills and the demonstrated ability to work independently and prioritise and manage competing demands
We know diversity makes a positive difference and encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to apply.
How to Apply
Thank you for taking the time to review this position and for considering working with Brisbane Youth Service.
To apply, please email your (1) Cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with your (2) CV to the HR team at hr@brisyouth.org.
Interviews may take place progressively for successfully shortlisted applicants with an immediate start available.
We look forward to hearing from you!