Youth Development Worker

wayss is the largest provider of family violence, homelessness, housing and support services in South East Melbourne. We exist to ensure people can live free from family violence and have access to safe, sustainable and affordable housing.

We deliver services across Greater Dandenong, Casey and Cardinia, with a strong focus on empowering individuals and communities.

Our youth services support individuals aged 16–25 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. We provide transitional support, crisis accommodation, and help young people build the capacity to live independently through access to housing, income support, education, and social connections.

As a Youth Development Worker, you will report to the Team Leader, Services for Young People, and work from an Advantaged Thinking approach to support young people in crisis.

You’re a passionate, client-focused professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to supporting young people to reach their potential.

At wayss, our people matter. We foster a culture of flexibility, support and wellbeing, offering:

Applications close 9 September 2026, but may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Please include a cover letter addressing the criteria in the “About You” section.

For enquiries, contact Helen Umaru, Team Leader – Services for Young People, on 8797 1620.

wayss is proud to be an inclusive and child safe organisation. Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and possess a valid Working with Children Check.

wayss is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to being an organisation that embraces a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion within our workforce and approach to service delivery. We encourage people with lived experience to apply for roles at wayss. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic communities, people of all ages and LGBTIQ people. wayss is a proud Rainbow Tick accredited organisation that welcomes everyone across the LGBTIQ community.