* Application close by COB on 16th Feb 2026
* Full Time (76 Hours per fortnight)
* Fixed Term until Feb 2027
* Remuneration SCHCADS level 7 dependent on qualifications and experience + superannuation
* 5 Weeks Annual Leave
* Up to $15,900 for living expenses + up to $2,600 towards meals and entertainment can be tax-free through NFP Salary Packaging
About the position
This role is the key subject matter expert on safeguarding young people and responding to family violence, particularly the embedment of the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management (MARAM) Framework (collectively referred to as safeguarding matters) at YSAS.
The role is also expected to contribute to the management of broader Practice Compliance and Quality functions. This includes incident investigations and reviews, training initiatives, and knowledge translation projects, as well as supporting compliance and quality initiatives within operational services.
Key Selection Criteria
1. Strong alignment with YSAS values and understanding of complexities and sensitivities in YSAS' operational environment
2. Well-developed understanding of child safety and family violence legislative frameworks, and how they apply in practice
3. Demonstrated experience in delivering sound advice, support and training within a complex operational environment
4. Demonstrated experience in developing training materials, governance documentation such as policies and procedures, and other materials to communicate information or ideas
5. Demonstrated recent and relevant experience in the conduct of sensitive and complex investigations and/or reviews
6. Ability to maintain positive relationships and work collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders
What our young people request from our workers:
Young people across YSAS have spoken out and given feedback about the qualities that best describe a good YSAS worker:
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A good worker takes the time to understand your interests and doesn't treat everyone the same." "Young people believe that a good YSAS worker is empathetic and good at actively listening in a non-judgmental way, is relatable, down-to-earth and able to build trust and rapport in a consistent manner". "It takes time to trust someone, but it's worth it when you know they've got your back". Young people have also raised that genuine human connection is an important quality, "being authentically human", while having a holistic, flexible, and adaptable approach that considers the entire context of a young person's life and their intersectionalities. "It's about making sure workers don't just tick boxes but genuinely want to see us thrive
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Regardless of where they are based or what position a worker has, everything we do at YSAS is about young people and their families.
For full details of the position and more about YSAS benefits please visit our employment website
Why work with us?
* YSAS has a true commitment to flexible working, ensuring that individual, team and client needs are met
* YSAS offers additional leave entitlements such as gender affirmation, ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, fertility leave, blood donors leave, a generous Parental Leave Scheme and the ability to purchase additional leave.
* Access to learning and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Please Note:
1. As part of our Employment screening process you will be required to undertake a National Criminal History check and have a current Working with Children Check.
2. You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
Further Enquiries
For a confidential discussion about the position, please contact, Stephanie Cuppari, on regarding the PCQ Lead - Safeguarding position, Recruitment reference number–004_2026.
* YSAS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
* YSAS has a zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the provision of a child-safe organisation.