Transition Coach

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Why this role matters

The Home Stretch WA model was co-designed with young people, Aboriginal community and the broader system that supports young people transitioning from Out-Of-Home-Care. As one of the first services providing Home Stretch in WA, you will play an important role in establishing a better service system for young people transitioning from Out-Of-Home-Care to interdependence.

This role is primarily community outreach-based, but may include home visits, in-reach to hospitals, detention centres and other locations. Transition Coaches may also be required to co-locate on a regular basis at a Child Protection District Office.

This is a permanent full time role based in Morley, WA. Salary is paid in accordance to the SCHADS award, level 4.

You will successfully

• You will work flexibly, on an outreach basis, to provide quality individualised support in line with the Home Stretch WA Model, incorporating approaches that are: Culturally safe, person centred, strengths based and trauma informed
• Deliver accurate information about Home Stretch WA to prospective young people and Department of Communities’ staff and other Out-Of-Home-Care service providers.
• Provide regular, individual mentoring and coaching to young people to support them to develop the skills, connections, and self-confidence they require to achieve independence and stable living arrangements.
• Support young people to develop Staying On Agreements with their current or previous foster or family carers, ensuring that they can continue on in stable living arrangements.
• Assist young people to find and maintain safe and stable housing, using mainstream resources and the Home Stretch WA Housing Allowance, exploring a broad range of options within a young persons’ natural networks, community housing and private/public housing opportunities.
• Provide strong advocacy for young people, work respectfully and in partnership with key internal and external stakeholders, including Leaving Care services; foster carers; broader community members; Department of Communities’ Home Stretch project team, Leaving Care team and other district staff where necessary.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Child Protection District Offices, spending time in designated Districts to strengthen referral pathways for young people.
  
  

You will have

• Bachelor or Diploma qualification in a relevant field is preferred, with demonstrated significant relevant experience (minimum 2 years) of working with young people, and experiences of Out-Of-Home-Care, will be an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in engaging and building strong relationships with, and motivate, ‘at risk’ young people
• Understanding of youth housing and accommodation system
• A national police record check is required
• A Working with Children Check is required
• Current WA Drivers Licence and the ability to travel in response to organisational needs. This requirement will continue for the duration of employment in this position.
• Current First Aid Certificate is required
  
  

What We Offer

• Maybe eligible to NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
  
  

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration