The Peer Worker for HUB and COMPASS is a lived experience position responsible for coordinating the day-to-day flow of Project Youth’s HUB, administration duties and supporting the secure, welcoming and effective operation of COMPASS at the Miranda Centre.
The HUB is an access point for young people seeking homelessness and related support by phone, email, website enquiry and in person. The role provides timely and accurate Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG), completes triage and active referrals, maintains accurate records and helps young people understand and access the most appropriate response. COMPASS provides accessible drop-in support for young people who need homelessness, housing, wellbeing or service navigation assistance.
The role uses lived expertise purposefully and safely to build trust, reduce barriers and make support easier to navigate. It works within established procedures and under regular guidance from the Advocacy & Peer Work Lead.
It does not provide support plans or independent accountability for complex risk decisions.
Please note as this is a Peer Worker role, applicants must identify as a young person with lived experience.
To apply:
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) or video to ••••@projectyouth.org.au outlining suitability to the role in line with the essential and desirable criteria.
For Position Description please see attached document, visit our website www.projectyouth.org.au/join-our-team or email ••••@projectyouth.org.au
Applications close on Friday 4th December 2026 5pm. Interviews will be held on Thursday 10th December 2026. Any questions relating to the role please contact Brooke via email on ••••@projectyouth.org.au