- Community Collaboration: Work in a co-designed model with young people and Aboriginal communities, driving meaningful systemic change.
- Pioneering Impact: Be part of one of WA’s Home Stretch services, shaping a better future for young people leaving care.
- Regional Leadership: Based in Kununurra, you'll make a meaningful impact in a unique and vibrant regional WA community.
About Us Yawoorroong Miriuwung Gajerrong Yirrgeb Noong Dawang Aboriginal Corporation (MG Corporation)was established in 2006 to receive and manage the benefits transferred under the OFA to the MG People, who are recognised under Australian law as holding Native Title over large areas in the North of Western Australia’s east Kimberley region.
The Role The Home Stretch WA Model was co-designed with young people, Aboriginal community and the broader system that supports young people transitioning from Out-Of-Home-Care. As one of the first services providing Home Stretch in WA, you will play an important role in establishing a better service system for young people transitioning from Out-Of-Home-Care to interdependence.
As a Home Stretch WA Coordinator, you will be responsible for leading and supporting the Home Stretch WA team to deliver high quality support services to young people aged 17-21, transitioning from Out-Of-Home-Care to independent living and adulthood.
This role is a fixed term contract until 30th June 2027 with the possibility of extension. Working hours would be 8.00am - 4.06pm, Monday through to Friday.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage the Home Stretch WA team to provide mentoring and coaching to young people
- Deliver services that support young people to develop skills, connections and self-confidence required to achieve independence and stable living arrangements
- Provide reflective practice supervision to Transition Coaches and the Staying On Facilitator to equip them to effectively perform their duties
- Participate in relevant training and workshops with Home Stretch WA Community Of Practice to implement and continuously improve the service model
- Track and monitor Invest In Me Brokerage Funding and provide reporting as required
- Track and monitor the collection and reporting of outcomes data
- Ongoing collection of outcomes data and feedback from young people as part of evaluating the impact and success of the program and improving the service offer provided to each young person A full position description can be supplied upon request and will be provided as part of the successful candidates' employment contract.
Essential Criteria
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and the ability to work with Aboriginal young people, families and communities
- A thorough understanding of the barriers and difficulties facing Aboriginal young people with experiences of Out-Of-Home-Care
- Demonstrated experience in working effectively with at- risk and disengaged young people
- Demonstrated capacity to work flexibly and in a solutions-focused way
- Strong interpersonal and networking skills, particularly in aligning partnerships or working relationships with Aboriginal community members and services
- Ability to be innovative and flexible, work independently, demonstrate initiative and work effectively under pressure
- Demonstrated experience in program leadership and/or the implementation of new services
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- People management skills including motivating staff, providing feedback, delegating responsibility, and facilitating teamwork
- Experience in building positive relationships and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders with diverse backgrounds and abilities
- Comprehensive report writing skills
Desirable Criteria
- Valuable understanding of alcohol and other drug use and dependence, mental health issues and support services.
Qualifications and License's
Essential
- Qualification/s:
Bachelor or Diploma qualification in Youth Work, Social Sciences or Human Services field and/or significant relevant experience [greater than 5 years] in a similar position.
- Criminal Record Screening Appointment: is subject to a satisfactory National Police Clearance.
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory: Working with Children Check (WWC) WA.
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory: Department of Communities (Department of Communities) Departmental Check (Departmental Record Check & Criminal Record Check).
- Licence: Current WA Drivers Licence and the ability to travel in response to organisational needs. This requirement will continue for the duration of employment in this position.
- First Aid: A current First Aid Certificate.
Ongoing training and development
- Initial requirement to undertake an Individual Learning Needs Assessment (ILNA) and then ongoing annual ILNA’s
- Participation in Home Stretch WA Community Of Practice ongoing relevant training and development requirements
- Participation in ongoing supervision with your Line Manager.
- Engages in own Performance Management with Line Manager
- Participation in identified essential training
- Actively participate in the organisation’s performance development
This role is primarily based in our organisations offices, working hours are generally Monday – Friday office hours, however some after hours and weekend work may be required occasionally. Regional and remote travel may be required from time to time.
You must have full working rights in Australia with no restrictions. If you are not within the Kununurra area, you must be willing to relocate.
To Apply
Send your cover letter addressing the selection criteria and CV by clicking the apply button or email Samantha Merrie;
[email protected] if you would like a copy of the .
Applications will be assessed as received and candidates interviewed accordingly before the closing date.
Package
Salary plus, annual leave loading, salary sacrifice and superannuation.
Applications close - 26th September 2026
📌 Home Stretch Coordinator (Kununurra)
🏢 MG
📍 Kununurra