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Do you believe meaningful employment can be life‑changing?  Are you passionate about supporting people to overcome personal and psychosocial barriers to work?

Reporting to the Regional Manager, this is an exciting opportunity to join SYC as part of our Employment portfolio, working preferably at our Mount Gambier site, if not, our Adelaide metro sites to provide high quality employment focused counselling and case management services to participants via in-person or telehealth appointments. In this role you will support participants experiencing non‑vocational barriers - such as mental health challenges, confidence, motivation, and life complexity - to progress towards sustainable and meaningful employment outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide counselling, psychoeducation and therapeutic interventions tailored to participants’ needs.
• Support participants to address barriers impacting employment (e.g. mental health, emotional regulation, confidence, motivation, social functioning)
• Deliver brief interventions in line with service timeframes and outcomes.
• Facilitate referrals to external support services and advocate on behalf of participants with services as required.
• Support participants to identify strengths, goals, and pathways toward sustainable employment.
• Work collaboratively with Employment Coaches and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate, timely case notes and detailed reports and/or assessments aligned with compliance requirements.

This role would suit a provisional psychologist or recent graduate looking to broaden their practical real-world experience, develop case management and therapeutic skills, and practice.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary/degree qualification in Psychology.
• Experience supporting individuals with non-vocational or employment-related challenges, including mental health or psychosocial barriers.
• Strong understanding of recovery‑oriented, trauma‑informed, and person‑centred practice.
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing, CBT‑informed or solution‑focused approaches.
• Ability to deliver outcome‑focused interventions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and documentation skills.
• Experience in employment services, community services, or similar settings (desirable).
• Experience in completing neurological disorder assessments and supporting accurate diagnosis in line with best practice.
  

Key screening requirements:

• Must be willing to complete a Working with Children Check, National Police Check and Bankruptcy Check.
• Possession of a current valid Driver’s License, willingness to drive
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.
About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment 

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application or questions about the role, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you via [email protected]. 

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re seeking a motivated, participant‑focused Employment Coach to deliver high‑quality employment services under the Workforce Australia program.

SYC provides personalised case management, connecting participants with a wide range of employers and industries to create opportunities that match their skills and aspirations. With more than 50 locations nationwide, SYC offers accessible, supportive services designed to drive long‑term employment success.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to overcome career challenges, build essential skills, and progress toward their employment goals. This role is based at SYC's Berri site with some days worked at our outreach sites (Loxton, Waikerie and Renmark) and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing one-to-one coaching sessions to participants, assessing their career needs, and creating personalised action plans.
• Conducting career assessments and helping clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to guide their employment goals.
• Using sales strategies to work collaboratively and network with community organisations to create opportunities for participants.
• Assisting participants in developing effective job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
• Referring participants through training, counselling, and other services to increase long term employment outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance requirements are met.

About You

You thrive working autonomously while contributing to a broader team, bringing enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. You have solid administration experience, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and KPI targets, and confidence working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in customer service, client facing or an administrative role.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise in order to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to conduct client assessments, developing case plans and case notes and reports.
• Outcome-focused with a genuine passion for helping people succeed. 
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible across multiple locations. 
• Excellent computer skills.

Key screening and requirements: 

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re seeking a motivated, participant‑focused Employment Coach to deliver high‑quality employment services under the Workforce Australia program.

SYC provides personalised case management, connecting participants with a wide range of employers and industries to create opportunities that match their skills and aspirations. With more than 50 locations nationwide, SYC offers accessible, supportive services designed to drive long‑term employment success.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to overcome career challenges, build essential skills, and progress toward their employment goals. This role is based at SYC's Cranbourne site and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing one-to-one coaching sessions to participants, assessing their career needs, and creating personalised action plans.
• Conducting career assessments and helping clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to guide their employment goals.
• Using sales strategies to work collaboratively and network with community organisations to create opportunities for participants.
• Assisting participants in developing effective job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
• Referring participants through training, counselling, and other services to increase long term employment outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance requirements are met.

About You

You thrive working autonomously while contributing to a broader team, bringing enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. You have solid administration experience, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and KPI targets, and confidence working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in customer service, client facing or an administrative role.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise in order to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to conduct client assessments, developing case plans and case notes and reports.
• Outcome-focused with a genuine passion for helping people succeed. 
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible across multiple locations. 
• Excellent computer skills.

Key screening and requirements: 

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re seeking a motivated, participant‑focused Employment Coach to deliver high‑quality employment services under the Workforce Australia program.

SYC provides personalised case management, connecting participants with a wide range of employers and industries to create opportunities that match their skills and aspirations. With more than 50 locations nationwide, SYC offers accessible, supportive services designed to drive long‑term employment success.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to overcome career challenges, build essential skills, and progress toward their employment goals. This role is based at SYC's Dandenong site and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing one-to-one coaching sessions to participants, assessing their career needs, and creating personalised action plans.
• Conducting career assessments and helping clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to guide their employment goals.
• Using sales strategies to work collaboratively and network with community organisations to create opportunities for participants.
• Assisting participants in developing effective job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
• Referring participants through training, counselling, and other services to increase long term employment outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance requirements are met.

About You

You thrive working autonomously while contributing to a broader team, bringing enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. You have solid administration experience, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and KPI targets, and confidence working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in customer service, client facing or an administrative role.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise in order to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to conduct client assessments, developing case plans and case notes and reports.
• Outcome-focused with a genuine passion for helping people succeed. 
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible across multiple locations. 
• Excellent computer skills.

Key screening and requirements: 

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re seeking a motivated, participant‑focused Employment Coach to deliver high‑quality employment services under the Workforce Australia program.

SYC provides personalised case management, connecting participants with a wide range of employers and industries to create opportunities that match their skills and aspirations. With more than 50 locations nationwide, SYC offers accessible, supportive services designed to drive long‑term employment success.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to overcome career challenges, build essential skills, and progress toward their employment goals. This role is based at SYC's Gawler Place site and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing one-to-one coaching sessions to participants, assessing their career needs, and creating personalised action plans.
• Conducting career assessments and helping clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to guide their employment goals.
• Using sales strategies to work collaboratively and network with community organisations to create opportunities for participants.
• Assisting participants in developing effective job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
• Referring participants through training, counselling, and other services to increase long term employment outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance requirements are met.

About You

You thrive working autonomously while contributing to a broader team, bringing enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. You have solid administration experience, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and KPI targets, and confidence working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in customer service, client facing or an administrative role.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise in order to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to conduct client assessments, developing case plans and case notes and reports.
• Outcome-focused with a genuine passion for helping people succeed. 
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible across multiple locations. 
• Excellent computer skills.

Key screening and requirements: 

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

SYC is a non-profit organisation with a long history of supporting people with disability to access meaningful employment, delivering quality service and building sustainable careers. We’re deeply committed to our community working alongside clients, partners, and staff to help people succeed.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Employment Coach to join our Inclusive Employment Australia program at our Chermside and Mitchelton sites, where you will make a meaningful and lasting impact on people’s lives.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to understand their individual circumstances, build confidence and skills, and connect them with tailored employment opportunities. You will also collaborate with employers and service providers to support inclusive workplace outcomes while meeting program requirements and performance targets.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide one‑to‑one coaching, guidance and needs assessments to help participants overcome barriers to employment.
• Support with career planning to enhance job readiness skills, including resume writing, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
• Engage with employers and stakeholders to source, match and broker suitable employment opportunities.
• Deliver individual case management and facilitate referrals to services addressing vocational and non‑vocational barriers.
• Provide ongoing post‑placement support to promote sustained employment.

About You

You work well independently while contributing positively to a supportive team. You bring enthusiasm, empathy and a genuine commitment to helping people with diverse needs achieve meaningful employment. With strong administration skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines and performance targets, you’re confident working in a fast‑paced, participant‑focused environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, organised and able to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
• Skilled in interpersonal communication, negotiation and resolving issues with practical, innovative solutions.
• Lived experience of disability or experience supporting people with disability.
• Understanding of employment barriers and the ability to work respectfully with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Key screening requirements:

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Tertiary qualification in Disability or Community Services or willing to actively work towards a qualification.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Fitness Passport to support your wellbeing
• Wellbeing leave to support work-life balance

*Qualifying periods and terms apply. 

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

SYC is a non-profit organisation with a long history of supporting people with disability to access meaningful employment, delivering quality service and building sustainable careers. We’re deeply committed to our community working alongside clients, partners, and staff to help people succeed.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Employment Coach to join our Inclusive Employment Australia program at our Melton site, where you will make a meaningful and lasting impact on people’s lives.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to understand their individual circumstances, build confidence and skills, and connect them with tailored employment opportunities. You will also collaborate with employers and service providers to support inclusive workplace outcomes while meeting program requirements and performance targets.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide one‑to‑one coaching, guidance and needs assessments to help participants overcome barriers to employment.
• Support with career planning to enhance job readiness skills, including resume writing, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
• Engage with employers and stakeholders to source, match and broker suitable employment opportunities.
• Deliver individual case management and facilitate referrals to services addressing vocational and non‑vocational barriers.
• Provide ongoing post‑placement support to promote sustained employment.

About You

You work well independently while contributing positively to a supportive team. You bring enthusiasm, empathy and a genuine commitment to helping people with diverse needs achieve meaningful employment. With strong administration skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines and performance targets, you’re confident working in a fast‑paced, participant‑focused environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, organised and able to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
• Skilled in interpersonal communication, negotiation and resolving issues with practical, innovative solutions.
• Lived experience of disability or experience supporting people with disability.
• Understanding of employment barriers and the ability to work respectfully with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Key screening requirements:

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Tertiary qualification in Disability or Community Services or willing to actively work towards a qualification.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Fitness Passport to support your wellbeing
• Wellbeing leave to support work-life balance

*Qualifying periods and terms apply. 

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re seeking a motivated, participant‑focused Employment Coach to deliver high‑quality employment services under the Workforce Australia program.

SYC provides personalised case management, connecting participants with a wide range of employers and industries to create opportunities that match their skills and aspirations. With more than 50 locations nationwide, SYC offers accessible, supportive services designed to drive long‑term employment success.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to overcome career challenges, build essential skills, and progress toward their employment goals. This role is based at SYC's Melton site and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing one-to-one coaching sessions to participants, assessing their career needs, and creating personalised action plans.
• Conducting career assessments and helping clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to guide their employment goals.
• Using sales strategies to work collaboratively and network with community organisations to create opportunities for participants.
• Assisting participants in developing effective job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
• Referring participants through training, counselling, and other services to increase long term employment outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance requirements are met.

About You

You thrive working autonomously while contributing to a broader team, bringing enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. You have solid administration experience, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and KPI targets, and confidence working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in customer service, client facing or an administrative role.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise in order to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to conduct client assessments, developing case plans and case notes and reports.
• Outcome-focused with a genuine passion for helping people succeed. 
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible across multiple locations. 
• Excellent computer skills.

Key screening and requirements: 

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re seeking a motivated, participant‑focused Employment Coach to deliver high‑quality employment services under the Workforce Australia program.

SYC provides personalised case management, connecting participants with a wide range of employers and industries to create opportunities that match their skills and aspirations. With more than 50 locations nationwide, SYC offers accessible, supportive services designed to drive long‑term employment success.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to overcome career challenges, build essential skills, and progress toward their employment goals. This role is based at SYC's Murray Bridge site and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing one-to-one coaching sessions to participants, assessing their career needs, and creating personalised action plans.
• Conducting career assessments and helping clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to guide their employment goals.
• Using sales strategies to work collaboratively and network with community organisations to create opportunities for participants.
• Assisting participants in developing effective job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
• Referring participants through training, counselling, and other services to increase long term employment outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance requirements are met.

About You

You thrive working autonomously while contributing to a broader team, bringing enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. You have solid administration experience, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and KPI targets, and confidence working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in customer service, client facing or an administrative role.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise in order to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to conduct client assessments, developing case plans and case notes and reports.
• Outcome-focused with a genuine passion for helping people succeed. 
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible across multiple locations. 
• Excellent computer skills.

Key screening and requirements: 

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re seeking a motivated, participant‑focused Employment Coach to deliver high‑quality employment services under the Workforce Australia program.

SYC provides personalised case management, connecting participants with a wide range of employers and industries to create opportunities that match their skills and aspirations. With more than 50 locations nationwide, SYC offers accessible, supportive services designed to drive long‑term employment success.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to overcome career challenges, build essential skills, and progress toward their employment goals. This role is based at SYC's Pakenham site and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing one-to-one coaching sessions to participants, assessing their career needs, and creating personalised action plans.
• Conducting career assessments and helping clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to guide their employment goals.
• Using sales strategies to work collaboratively and network with community organisations to create opportunities for participants.
• Assisting participants in developing effective job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
• Referring participants through training, counselling, and other services to increase long term employment outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance requirements are met.

About You

You thrive working autonomously while contributing to a broader team, bringing enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. You have solid administration experience, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and KPI targets, and confidence working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in customer service, client facing or an administrative role.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise in order to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to conduct client assessments, developing case plans and case notes and reports.
• Outcome-focused with a genuine passion for helping people succeed. 
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible across multiple locations. 
• Excellent computer skills.

Key screening and requirements: 

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re seeking a motivated, participant‑focused Employment Coach to deliver high‑quality employment services under the Workforce Australia program.

SYC provides personalised case management, connecting participants with a wide range of employers and industries to create opportunities that match their skills and aspirations. With more than 50 locations nationwide, SYC offers accessible, supportive services designed to drive long‑term employment success.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to overcome career challenges, build essential skills, and progress toward their employment goals.This role is based at SYC's Rosebud site and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing one-to-one coaching sessions to participants, assessing their career needs, and creating personalised action plans.
• Conducting career assessments and helping clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to guide their employment goals.
• Using sales strategies to work collaboratively and network with community organisations to create opportunities for participants.
• Assisting participants in developing effective job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
• Referring participants through training, counselling, and other services to increase long term employment outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance requirements are met.

About You

You thrive working autonomously while contributing to a broader team, bringing enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. You have solid administration experience, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and KPI targets, and confidence working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in customer service, client facing or an administrative role.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise in order to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to conduct client assessments, developing case plans and case notes and reports.
• Outcome-focused with a genuine passion for helping people succeed. 
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible across multiple locations. 
• Excellent computer skills.

Key screening and requirements: 

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re seeking a motivated, participant‑focused Employment Coach to deliver high‑quality employment services under the Workforce Australia program.

SYC provides personalised case management, connecting participants with a wide range of employers and industries to create opportunities that match their skills and aspirations. With more than 50 locations nationwide, SYC offers accessible, supportive services designed to drive long‑term employment success.

In this role, you will work closely with participants to overcome career challenges, build essential skills, and progress toward their employment goals. This role is based at SYC's Sunshine site and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Providing one-to-one coaching sessions to participants, assessing their career needs, and creating personalised action plans.
• Conducting career assessments and helping clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to guide their employment goals.
• Using sales strategies to work collaboratively and network with community organisations to create opportunities for participants.
• Assisting participants in developing effective job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
• Referring participants through training, counselling, and other services to increase long term employment outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance requirements are met.

About You

You thrive working autonomously while contributing to a broader team, bringing enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. You have solid administration experience, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and KPI targets, and confidence working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in customer service, client facing or an administrative role.
• Time management, organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise in order to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to conduct client assessments, developing case plans and case notes and reports.
• Outcome-focused with a genuine passion for helping people succeed. 
• Ability to develop relationships with employers and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible across multiple locations. 
• Excellent computer skills.

Key screening and requirements: 

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

As an Inclusive Business Partenr, you will actively develop positive relationships with employer and stakeholders to increase opportunities for SYC’s Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA). SYC delivers employment services at over 50 locations throughout Australia, and you’ll be based at a SYC Western Melbourne site, you will also be required to travel for the role around the Westgate areas including Melton, Altona Meadows, Footscray, Taylors Lakes and Werribee.

In this role, you’ll be part of a supportive and result driven team who are dedicated to our vision of wellbeing, independence, and opportunity for everyone. Day to day activities will include:

• Actively promote and market Disability Employment Services directly to job seekers, school leavers and employers
• Positively grow Inclusive Employment Australia caseloads through direct registrations
• Encourage market participants to potential employers that result in job placement
• Maintain knowledge of and provide expert advice on the local community and labour market

About You

As someone who enjoys working autonomously within a broader team environment, you will be passionate about developing relationships with employers, relevant stakeholders, and participants to achieve success in their employment journey! You will be outcomes focused and enjoy the challenge of meeting targets and deadlines. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent communication skills with well-developed verbal, and written skills, and the ability to prepare and conduct effective presentations.
• Self-motivation and initiative, with well-developed organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and attend to multiple tasks and priorities.
• Interpersonal, conflict resolution and negotiation skills along with the ability to identify innovative and lateral solutions to problems

For this role, you will need to:

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check
• Be eligible to work in Australia
• Have possession of a current valid Driver’s License, willingness to drive

Additional benefits

Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
Enjoy salary packaging benefits
Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellbeing leave 
*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/employment/employment-services

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

As a Reception/Administration Officer, you will be responsible for the providing high level, professional, efficient administration and support services to SYC’s head office in Kent Town. This role entails supporting SYC stakeholders from a first point of contact perspective whilst performing administration duties for our teams running within head office.

In this role, you’ll proactively support the effective implementation of office business and ensure daily operations of SYC’s head office run smoothly. Day- to-day activities will include:

• Delivering exceptional customer service, providing a timely and accessible first line of contact via phone or from our reception desk
• Ensuring the efficient daily collection, processing, distribution, and dispatch of mail from both the PO box and onsite delivery
• Lodging Kent Town site property maintenance requests as required and coordinate tradespeople or other clients attending the office
• Monitoring and assisting with purchasing office supplies, stationery and kitchen consumables while maintaining appropriate stock levels
• Contributing to the maintenance of a safe work environment, undertaking First Aid Officer and site Chief Warden responsibilities, including alarm testing and quarterly inspections

About You

As someone with experience in a receptionist or customer service role, you will have a ‘can do’ attitude and an engaging and enthusiastic manner. You will have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong data entry skills, attention to detail to detail and the ability to produce accurate work
• The ability to work effectively as a member of a team to deliver quality services and collaboratively achieve outcomes
• Strong engagement skills and ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent computer literacy including the use of Office365 and Client Record Management systems
• Interpersonal, conflict resolution and negotiation skills along with the ability to identify innovative and lateral solutions
• Self-motivation and initiative, with well-developed organisational skills with and the ability to meet deadlines and attend to multiple tasks and priorities

For this role, you will need to:

• Complete a Working with Children Check, National Police Check and First Aid Certificate
• Be eligible to work in Australia

Additional benefits

Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
Enjoy salary packaging benefits
Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellbeing leave 
*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

‍We invest back into the community, helping tens of thousands of people every year to create a life without disadvantage, to build sustainable independence and to experience wellbeing in all areas of their lives.

We are proud to work with people who are passionate and professional, who encourage and value diversity, who are courageous, creative and, most importantly, believe in people’s potential. Our vision of wellbeing, independence and opportunity for everyone encompasses the people we work with, as well as the people who work for SYC. To learn more about us, visit our website:  https://www.syc.net.au/services/housing-homelessness-support

Please complete the application process by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you via [email protected]. 

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?

As a Tenancy Advisor, you will play a key role in providing expert advice and support to tenants, ensuring they understand their tenancy rights and responsibilities and achieve their goal of sustaining their tenancy.

We are seeking a proactive and compassionate individual to join our Rent Right SA team based at our Kent Town Head office. This position is a fixed term contract until 30 June 2027.

Key responsibilities:

• Work with individuals and families renting in public, community, or private sector to prevent tenancy breakdown and homelessness.
• Provide support, information, coaching, and advocacy to help clients understand their rights and responsibilities under their tenancy agreements.
• Conduct targeted financial, tenancy and risk/vulnerability assessments of clients to establish their housing needs and goals.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to raise awareness and understanding of the role and scope of SYC’s Tenancy Services and its target cohorts.
• Assist clients to advocate with relevant services, utility providers, housing providers and Government departments, to access services and supports.

About You

• Experience in tenancy support, housing services, community services, or related field.
• Knowledge of the SA housing sector, tenancy, and housing legal rights/responsibilities.  
• Ability to engage with people from diverse background and interact effectively sensitively with target cohorts, landlords and other service providers.
• Experience in engaging and working with people who have experienced or are at risk of homelessness.
• Strong communication, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Time management and organisation skills, able to work both independently and an effective team member, to plan and achieve outcomes and to successfully meet deadlines and KPIs.

For this role, you will need to:

• Be willing to complete a Working with Children Check and National Police Check
• Be willing to work on a rotating roster between the span of 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday.
• Have possession of a current valid Driver’s License, willingness to drive.

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits 
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

A not-for-profit organisation, we invest back into the Australian community, helping tens of thousands of people every year with housing, education and employment.

Founded in 1958 to support young people experiencing disadvantage, we have extended this expertise to people of all ages for more than three decades.

To learn more about us, visit our website: https://www.syc.net.au/services/housing-homelessness-support/rentright-sa

To apply please click the Apply Now button.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you via [email protected]. 

Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference?
SYC’s Specialised Residential Care (SRC) program supports children and young people who have experienced significant trauma, abuse, and neglect by utilising a therapeutic approach. Our dedicated team work with children and young people to achieve emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Therapeutic Care Team Leader to join our dynamic team on a full time basis, however, this is a fixed-term contract until 08 January 2028. These roles are primarily based in our Gilles Plains home with travel to our Kent Town head office and/or other SYC office based locations. 

As a Therapeutic Care Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of therapeutic care workers in the home and ensuring the delivery of high-quality therapeutic care services to children and young people residing in the home. You will play a crucial role in providing guidance to your team, while also actively participating in the care process and ensuring practice in the homes is consistently upholding the therapeutic framework.

Key responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:

• Building and promoting a positive and thriving community that supports the children and young people residing in the home.
• Conducting regular operational supervision meetings with the Therapeutic Care Workers (TCWs) in the assigned home.
• Providing mentorship and support to team members, ensuring they have the necessary resources and training to deliver exceptional care.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders in the creation and implementation of individualised transition plans for children and young people moving into and out of the home.
• Ensuring timely and accurate completion of all administrative tasks, including financial oversight, timesheets, leave requests, and writing case notes and incident reports.

About You

As a natural and experienced leader, you will lead a team and work in a collaborative environment. You will oversee the daily operations of the home, ensuring practice is consistent, predictable, and aligned with organisational expectations, compliance requirements, and trauma-informed principles.

You will use a therapeutically attuned, trauma-informed approach to support young people to feel safe, settled, and valued within a nurturing, home-like environment. You will promote the development of independent living skills, encourage positive engagement with the local community, and foster a strong sense of belonging. Working collaboratively and respectfully, you will support young people to identify, pursue, and achieve their individual goals and aspirations, while recognising and building on their strengths.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Previous experience working with children and young people with complex trauma.
• Strong engagement skills and interpersonal skills giving the ability to interact effectively and sensitively with young people, families, peers, and other service providers to achieve positive outcomes.
• The attention to detail allowing one to navigate challenges with confidence and understanding.
• Strong leadership capability and previous experience leading a team that works across a 24/7 roster.
• Strong organisational and communication skills to ensure all professionals have timely and accurate information.

For this role, you will need to:

• Have the ability to participate in an out-of-hours on-call roster.
• Hold a minimum Certificate IV qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., Youth Work, Social Work, Social Science, Counselling) or currently actively working towards a recognised relevant qualification in accordance with DCP requirements.
• Hold a current and valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check
• Hold a current and valid First Aid & CPR certificate
• Hold a current and valid Full Driver’s Licence
• Have previously completed and passed a Psychological Assessment (or willing to complete one)
• Hold a current and valid Safe Environments for Children & Young People: Through Their Eyes (including refreshers)
• Be eligible to work in Australia

Additional benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your Birthday*
• Enjoy salary packaging benefits
• Access an additional one week of paid leave each year, through SYC loyalty leave*
• Discounted Corporate Private Health Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing leave 

*Qualifying periods and terms apply.

About us

SYC exists so everyone can succeed.

‍We invest back into the community, helping tens of thousands of people every year to create a life without disadvantage, to build sustainable independence and to experience wellbeing in all areas of their lives.

We are proud to work with people who are passionate and professional, who encourage and value diversity, who are courageous, creative and, most importantly, believe in people’s potential. Our vision of wellbeing, independence and opportunity for everyone encompasses the people we work with, as well as the people who work for SYC. To learn more about us, visit our website:  https://www.syc.net.au/services/housing-homelessness-support

Please complete the application process by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.

SYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud of our diverse workforce. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability to apply. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to support you via [email protected].