Youth and Wellbeing Services Manager

Job description

Lead culturally safe, youth-focused programs that strengthen community wellbeing

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a dynamic and culturally knowledgeable Youth and Wellbeing Services Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of programs supporting Aboriginal young people, families, and community.

This leadership role oversees a range of wellbeing, justice, engagement, and cultural programs, ensuring services are culturally safe, trauma-aware, and responsive to community needs.

The role provides strategic and operational management of staff, trainees, and programs—working closely with the CEO, Elders, internal teams, and key external partners to deliver strong, positive outcomes for young people.

Lead culturally safe, youth-focused programs that support Aboriginal young people, families and community wellbeing.

About the role

• Lead day-to-day operations and strategic planning across youth, wellbeing, justice, and engagement programs
• Build a positive, culturally strong workplace culture and support staff training and development
• Ensure trauma-aware, culturally appropriate, and compliant service delivery
• Manage budgets, staffing, reporting, KPIs, and program performance
• Strengthen partnerships with ACCOs, mainstream services, justice agencies, schools, and community stakeholders

Please note, this position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.

About you

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity
• Tertiary qualifications in youth work, social work, community services, child/family services or similar
• Strong understanding of Aboriginal culture, community needs, and youth wellbeing
• Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary, high-pressure service environments
• Knowledge of youth justice, child protection, mental health and the Children, Youth & Families Act
• Excellent communication, staff management, conflict resolution, and partnership-building skills

This full-time role offers the opportunity to lead culturally safe, youth-centred services that empower Aboriginal young people and strengthen community wellbeing.

How to apply

Applying is simple — just click the Apply button and complete the online form. You’ll need to upload your CV and a cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and interest in the role.

Before applying, please ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Current Working with Children Check (Victoria)
• Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current driver’s licence
• Evidence of qualifications (if required for the position)

We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about you.