Youth Vocational Specialist at Wesley Mission Queensland

Maryborough;Maryboro';Maryboro, The Municipal District of Portlaoise, Ireland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vocational Services, Problem-Solving, Time Management, Task Prioritisation, Data Collection, Compliance Monitoring, Report Writing, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Privacy, Confidentiality, Legislation

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

About Us People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story – what’s yours? Everyone has a story. And here at Wesley Mission Queensland, we feel privileged to stand alongside the families, children, couples and seniors that we support each year. We’re an innovative and responsive not-for-profit community service provider, helping people across Queensland build stronger and more inclusive communities since 1907. Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Matters headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, and we’re here to help young people aged 12–25 get the support they need, when and where they need it. Across Australia, headspace centres provide free or low-cost, youth-friendly services focused on mental health and wellbeing, physical and sexual health, alcohol and other drug support, and help with work and study. At headspace, young people are at the centre of everything we do. We work alongside them to build confidence, strengthen wellbeing, and support real-life goals whether that’s finding a job, staying in school, or taking the next step toward a brighter future. Our multidisciplinary teams deliver early intervention and evidence-based care in welcoming, inclusive spaces where young people feel safe, respected, and empowered. If you’re passionate about making a genuine difference and want to be part of a service that changes lives every day, headspace is the place to be. This role is based in Maryborough but will require occasional travel to Hervey Bay. This role is fixed term until January 2027. Why Join WMQ’s headspace Team? Purpose-led practice – Be part of a not-for-profit organisation that puts people, not profits, at the heart of care Flexible roles – Choose from full-time, part-time, permanent or casual opportunities with hybrid (office/WFH) options Attractive Remuneration plus packaging benefits – Boost your take-home pay by up to $18,550 annually through not-for-profit tax concessions Work-life balance – Enjoy flexible hours that work around your life, we promote a culture that values personal time and well-being Free and Secure Car Parking – No more paid parking!! Employees can enjoy complimentary access to secure parking, ensuring the safety of their vehicles while at work Team Culture – Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team across diverse clinical settings that values your skills and wellbeing Perks and Benefits – We love our employee benefits, and you’ll love them too! Get discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel and so much more Recognition Programs – If you thrive in an environment where we value recognition and rewarding employees on achievements, we take are acknowledged Your Role as Youth Vocational Specialist The Youth Vocational Specialist supports young people through the headspace Work and Study (IPS) program, helping them overcome mental health and wellbeing challenges to achieve employment, education, or training goals. Working as part of the Hervey Bay multidisciplinary team and with community partners, the role provides mentoring, ongoing support, and guidance across Hervey Bay and Maryborough, including outreach in the community. The position also ensures accurate data collection and reporting to track the program’s impact. Key responsibilities include: Work in line with Wesley Mission Queensland’s values, Model of Care, and Charter. Support young people with mental health challenges to transition into employment or education, including managing caseloads and liaising with clinical teams, families, support networks, and employers. Develop tailored employment transition plans that address barriers and align with individual skills, interests, and experience. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery and effective referral pathways. Maintain accurate data, records, and reporting in line with program, organisational, and IPS standards. Contribute to quality improvement, program development, and use of evidence-based practices to ensure positive outcomes. What We’re Looking For Relevant tertiary qualifications or experience in vocational services. Strong problem-solving, time management, and task prioritisation skills. Experience in accurate data collection, compliance monitoring, and report writing. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage young people and stakeholders. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant computer applications. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and collaboratively achieve outcomes. Commitment to privacy, confidentiality, and relevant legislation. A Valuable Addition, Yet Not a Must-Have! Proven experience supporting young people with mental health challenges to achieve positive outcomes. Strong partnership-building and negotiation skills with service providers, stakeholders, and employers. Essential Requirements Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status (or as required by legislation and WMQ policy) Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy. Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel for work Why WMQ? We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story. We offer our team members: Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace! Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and remedial massage Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Wesley Mission Queensland brings together people who want to make a difference in the lives of others. We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story – what’s yours? Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

Responsibilities

The Youth Vocational Specialist supports young people in achieving employment, education, or training goals through the headspace Work and Study program. This includes mentoring, ongoing support, and ensuring accurate data collection and reporting.