St John's Youth Services is seeking an engaging, motivated and forward-thinking individual to join our team as aConnectED Navigator.
This is a dynamic, community-based role focused on supporting young people to stay engaged in education and move towards positive future pathways.
You will work alongside young people using a practical, strengths-based approach to support their goals, strengthen participation and build long-term independence.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The ConnectED Navigator is responsible for:
Providing outreach-based support to young people to strengthen engagement with education, training and employment pathways
Working alongside young people to assess needs, identify goals and develop achievable plans
Supporting young people to build confidence, motivation and routines that enable ongoing participation in education and training
Navigating education systems and connecting young people with flexible and appropriate learning options
Advocating for young people with schools, training providers and other services
Supporting young people to address barriers such as housing instability, wellbeing, transport and access to services
Building strong relationships with community partners including schools, RTOs, employment services and youth services
Using a strengths-based approach that builds on each young person's interests, abilities and aspirations
Maintaining accurate case notes and contributing to program reporting and continuous improvement
This role is community-based and includes outreach, advocacy and collaboration with a range of partners.
WE WANT SOMEONE WHO:
Connects easily with young people and builds trust while maintaining clear professional boundaries
Brings a strengths-based, optimistic approach to supporting young people's goals and aspirations
Has strong communication, engagement and advocacy skills
Is confident working across education systems and with multiple stakeholders
Can motivate and support young people to stay engaged and achieve their goals




Is organised, self-directed and able to prioritise effectively
Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a committed team
DESIRED SKILLS & QUALITIES
Essential:
Tertiary qualifications in social or behavioural sciences, or minimum 3 years' experience in human or community services
Experience working with young people with complex needs
Current Driver's Licence
Working with Children Check
Child Safe Environments training
Demonstrated ability to maintain professional boundaries
Highly desirable:
Experience working in education, training or youth engagement programs
Experience supporting young people disengaged from education
Experience in outreach or partnership-based roles
IN RETURN WE OFFER:
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A supportive, values-driven team
A workplace with a solid, positive culture
Meaningful, purpose-driven work
Generous salary packaging options
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
St John's Youth Services is committed to the safety, wellbeing and rights of children and young people.
We have zero tolerance for abuse, neglect or exploitation.
All employees are expected to uphold safeguarding and child-safe practices and contribute to a safe and respectful environment.
INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT
St John's Youth Services is a child safe and equal employment opportunity organisation.
We strongly encourage applications from:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
People who identify as LGBTIQA+
HOW TO APPLY
Thank you to everyone who applied during the initial recruitment process.
As previously submitted applications have already been assessed, we are inviting applications from new candidates for this recruitment round.
Please address your application to the Foyer Port Adelaide Manager.
Only applications received via Seek will be considered.
Applications received by direct email will not be considered.
For queries not answered in the Position Description, please contact: ******

📌 Connected Navigator (Adelaide)
🏢 St John's Youth Services
📍 Adelaide