Are you passionate about supporting young people in Tasmania?

We are looking for someone who wants to make a difference in the lives of young people in Tasmania who are in contact with the Youth Justice system. In this role you will be providing 1:1 case management, therapeutic and mentoring support to vulnerable young people, as part of a committed and supportive team.

54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – no ordinary not-for-profit.

Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity.

With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers in every state and territory, and across regions, remote areas and capital cities. From our programs to our support services - this is the place to realise your purpose.

A place to make a difference:

In this full-time, max term role (until June 30, 2026, with potential for extension), you’ll work as a part of our REBOOT Youth Justice program to help us create lasting change for children. We have multiple positions to fill, with the option to be based Hobart, Launceston or Devonport. We've advertised this role as full-time, but part-time will also be considered and all applications are encouraged.

You will make a difference by:

• Engaging young people in activities promoting safety, protection and wellbeing and positive youth development, designed to encourage pro-social behaviour
• Develop and maintain trusting relationships with clients and their families
• Provide practical support, mentoring and advocacy for young people with complex needs
• Work in collaboration with partners (government and non-government) towards common goals to meet the complex needs of clients
• Maintain accurate case notes and records, and input data into internal and external online systems

A place to feel valued:

Your deep expertise in working with vulnerable young people will be invaluable. You’re compassionate, flexible and a great communicator, with a passion for supporting young people to achieve their goals.

This role requires:

• Demonstrated skills and experience working with young people in contact with the justice system
• An understanding of complex intergenerational trauma
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Sound time management and organizational skills, and ability to manage and plan own workload
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

A place to belong:

At 54 reasons, we invest in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is approximately 600 people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs.

It takes all types of people to do the challenging work we do. We are diverse personalities, backgrounds and talents, embracing our differences as one strong and united team. We see and celebrate the unique value you bring to our organisation, and offer a range of rewards for your effort, including:

• Award rate salary (Level 5.1 - $51.00 per hour) plus access full PBI salary packaging benefits - use this link to see how much this benefit could mean to you!
• Individual learning plans to help map and deliver on your career development
• Internal employment and development opportunities
• Support for workplace wellness, including access to our free, confidential Employee Wellbeing Program
• Celebrate and feel supported in your diversity. We have a highly inclusive culture and diverse workforce reflecting the communities we serve, allowing you to bring your whole self to work (if that’s what you want!).

Follow this link for the full list of our employee benefits.

Does this sound like the place for you?

We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume below.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

Applications Close: Monday February 23^rd, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they come in, so don’t delay in applying!

Position Description: Youth Specialist - Youth & Family Services

For more information about this position, please contact Sandy Brown on 0438 546 251

or cassandra.brown1@54reasons.org.au, or Clare Thorne on 0438 373 997 or clare.thorne@54reasons.org.au. Or for more information about a career at Save, visit our Careers Page.

We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure its straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment - so if we didn’t quite hit the mark for you, please let us know at people.culture@savethechildren.org.au. We’re dedicated to ensuring Save the Children Australia is a place where everyone can feel supported – no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.

Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.

Save the Children is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation.

If you are having any issues with uploading your application for this role, please contact people.culture@savethechildren.org.au for further support.