Youth Support Worker - PILLAR Program - West Leederville / West Perth

• Level 3/4
• SCHADS Award

Are you passionate about supporting young people to build independence, wellbeing, and connection? Do you want to be part of a team making a real difference in the lives of young people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage?

PICYS is seeking a Youth Support Worker to join our PILLAR Program - a specialist mental health and psychosocial support service for young people.

About the Role

In this role, you will provide direct, person-centred support to young people aged 15–25, helping them to navigate challenges, build life skills, and move toward stable and positive futures.

You will manage a caseload, deliver practical and emotional support, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to achieve meaningful outcomes for young people. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to young people, including advocacy, case work, and practical assistance
• Support young people with housing stability, mental health, education, and employment pathways
• Deliver workshops, activities, and life skills programs
• Work collaboratively with community partners and services
• Maintain accurate case notes, reporting, and data
• Contribute to program development and continuous improvement

About You

You are a compassionate, proactive, and confident practitioner who can build strong relationships with young people and respond to complex needs.

You will have:

• Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in youth work, community services, or related field.
• Experience working with young people experiencing disadvantage (highly regarded)
• Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
• A growth mindset, with a strong commitment to ongoing learning, and personal and professional development
• A flexible, team-focused approach
• A commitment to non-judgemental, strengths-based, trauma-informed practice
• Lived experience is highly valued.

Requirements

• Working with Children Check
• National Police Clearance
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• First Aid Certificate
• Full working rights in Australia

Why Join PICYS?

• Be part of a values-driven organisation supporting young people since 1982
• Work in a supportive, collaborative team
• Make a real and lasting impact
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative programs and service delivery

If you’re ready to make a difference and support young people to thrive, we’d love to hear from you. 

Additional Information

• The role is full time
• Based at West Leederville and West Perth locations 
• Travel is required, PICYS provides work cars
• Working hours: Monday to Friday 9 - 5pm 

PICYS reserves the right to close the advertisement early if a preferred candidate is found. 

PICYS is a values-driven organisation committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and those with lived experience. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute.