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Join Meli’s Better Futures Barwon team and play a pivotal role in empowering young people as they transition from out-of-home care to independence.

As the Intake and Transitions Consultant, you will lead early engagement and intake processes, ensuring young people are connected to the right supports at the right time. This is a meaningful opportunity to work collaboratively, amplify young people’s voices, and shape pathways that foster resilience, independence, and long-term success.

As an Intake and Transitions Consultant, you will:

- Lead referral, intake, and pre-allocation processes to ensure timely, responsive engagement with young people entering the Better Futures program
- Facilitate early engagement and holistic assessments using a strengths-based, Advantaged Thinking approach to identify individual needs and goals
- Collaborate closely with young people, families, and care teams to co-design transition plans that centre aspirations, independence, and wellbeing
- Support service coordination and allocation by matching young people to Pathways and Development Coaches and strengthening partnerships with DFFH and key stakeholders

Position Details

- Full time, ongoing position
- 1 FTE working 38 hours per week
- $110,379 p/a + Super + Salary Packaging

What We’re Looking For

We value individuals who bring dedication, empathy, and expertise to their roles. To succeed in this position, you will have:

- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Youth Work, Welfare or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated experience working with vulnerable young people and families.
- Strong understanding of the Children,



Youth and Families Act (2005) and other relevant legislation.
- Knowledge of the challenges faced by young people transitioning from statutory care.
- Proven ability to engage and support young people with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
- Experience working from a trauma-informed approach.
- Commitment to child safety and understanding of the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

Why Work with Us?

At Meli, we offer more than just a job—we provide a platform to thrive, grow, and make an impact. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) includes:

- Supportive Culture: Join a values-driven organization that fosters collaboration and innovation.
- Career Growth: Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities and clear pathways for progression.
- Financial Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year, enhancing your financial well-being.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from versatile ways of working.
- Employee Wellbeing: Participate in employee-led Inclusion Working Groups, access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life.





How to Apply

We’re excited to hear from you! Please submit your application, including a résumé and addressing the key selection criteria in the application form. Applications close 11:59pm, Thursday 21st May 2026

For more information about the position please contact Katie Schomacker, Team Leader, Better Futures Barwon on 0468 918 ***.

Join Our Commitment

Meli is committed to providing a child-safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or harm of children. Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. All employment with Meli is subject to reference checks, a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check, VIT Check (where applicable) and a current Working with Children Check prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce.

Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at ***********@meli.org.au to discuss how we can best support you.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to inspire change and make a lasting impact, click Apply Now and start your journey with Meli.

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📌 Intake and Transition Consultant (Geelong)
🏢 Meli
📍 Geelong