Our Quest:
Hello. We're The Y WA.
The Y WA is currently seeking an experienced Part-Time Youth Worker with some case management experience to join our team. We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting young people from diverse backgrounds and helping them reach their goals.
Your Awesome perks
* $44.58 to $47.97 per hour + 12% Super (pro rata)
* Plus, Salary Packaging Benefits (claim up to $18,550 per yr)
* Enjoy student-friendly shifts
* Working 20 hours a week only; Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
* Generous corporate healthcare discounts (up to 8%)
* Free access to our Employee Assistance Program
* Growth & Professional Development Opportunities
* Work for a WA based Non-For-Profit making a real difference in our local community with unwavering focus and commitment to safeguarding children
What you'll be doing
In this role, you will provide one-on-one case management, informal counselling, referrals to additional supports, and advocacy for young people who have been referred, identified as at risk, or require extra assistance. You will work collaboratively with each young person to develop individualised, strengths-based, and person-centred case plans while maintaining accurate and up-to-date case management records. The role also involves contributing to social impact evaluation and continuous improvement initiatives, supporting program participants through informal counselling and community referrals, and fostering positive relationships with local schools by offering in-reach support to young people within educational settings.
You'll be great in this role if you…
* Have a qualification in Youth Work, Education, Community Work, Social Work or other relevant discipline and equivalent experience
* Can demonstrate the ability to engage with young people and work collaboratively as part of a team
* Are aware of and can adhere to the Youth Work Code of Ethics.
* Are available to work some afternoons during the week and some night times – till 1am on a Friday.
* Understand and can adhere to the WA Youth Work code of ethics
* Current C class driver's license.
* Can obtain National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check.
* Can obtain a HLTAID011 First Aid certificate
* Can obtain a Food Handling/Safety Certificate (Desirable)
If you've worked with & enjoy engaging with culturally diverse young people including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, we would welcome your application.
Our latest survey results
At the Y WA, we thrive on feedback and deeply value our people's insights that drive positive change. With 9% growth in employee engagement over the past 12 months, our latest survey shows that our people love our open communication, recognition and the genuine care we provide for their wellbeing. They take pride in knowing their efforts impact our goals and make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Join us and be part of a team that makes a lasting impact.
How to apply
Click on the "Apply" button below to submit your application. Please submit a cover letter (specifying which position is of interest) and CV with your application. For the full job descriptions click on the PDF file on the attachment link below. Should you require any further information please email Alaa Salim on
Closing date: Tuesday 10th of February, 2026
We may start interviews before the closing date.
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.
To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:
The Y WA kindly requests no unsolicited resumes or approaches from recruitment agencies or third parties.