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• Contract | 30th June 2026 | extension possible 30.4 to 38 Hours per week Salary: $90, 188 FTE per annum + super + Not for Profit salary packaging benefits Location: Gumbaynggirr ( Nambucca Heads) NSW 2448 Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need Life at Mission Australia When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more about us and our purpose. Your Opportunity Mission Australia's North Coast psychosocial support services aid those with severe and persistent mental illness in their recovery journey. Operating within a recovery framework, the service assists individuals in achieving their goals, maintaining housing, managing finances and daily living, participating in work or training, and sustaining physical and social wellbeing. This role focuses on delivering evidence based, targeted psychosocial supports to build resilience and psychosocial skills for young people 15–25-years who are presenting with psychosocial support needs. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to support youth on their journey to recovery, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Your key responsibilities will be to: Create personal recovery plans with young people and their networks. Provide one on one and group work to young people in schools and communities. Maintain detailed, accurate client files. Complete timely, factual case notes in MA Connect. Conduct educational sessions for families and community groups. Help clients develop skills for harm reduction and recovery. Liaise with co-workers and external agencies for client advocacy and referrals. Conduct post-program follow-ups to gauge satisfaction and offer re-engagement. Requirements for Success: Relevant Youth Work or Community Services qualification preferred Experience working with at-risk young people using culturally safe and inclusive practices Working knowledge of adolescent mental health issues Knowledge of case management Good written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to work from a culturally informed and strengths-based framework Good conflict resolution skills Resilience, solution-focused, and creative approach to challenges, with strong professional boundaries. Ability to work independently and as part of a team Hold a valid Drivers’ Licence First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people. Our culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia. If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au Find out more about a career with Mission Australia. How to apply Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today! As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application. Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we’ve been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact. Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration. We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services. Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more. Mission Australia believes a person’s circumstances shouldn’t define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential. That’s why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves. Learn more about Mission Australia and our purpose.