• Fixed Term, Part Time (0.8 FTE) till 30.06.27| Location: Elizabeth Park
• Supportive leadership | Career growth opportunities 
• SCHADS Level 4 + Super + PBI salary Packaging

Make a real difference in the lives of young people balancing care and their own future.

About the Role

Centacare is seeking a passionate and dedicated Young Carer Coordinator to join our Young Carer Support Services (YCSS) program.

YCSS supports young carers aged 5–25 years who provide unpaid care to family members. Using an intensive case management approach, this role focuses on supporting young carers to overcome barriers, improve wellbeing, and build stronger connections to education, employment, and community.

You will work one-on-one with young carers, delivering holistic, strengths-based and person-centred support that empowers them to reach their goals.

In this role you will work 1.0 FTE until 30 June 2026 and from 1 July 2026 0.8 FTE

What You’ll Do

• Provide individualised case management support to young carers
• Assist young people to set and achieve personal goals
• Deliver mentoring and support to young carers 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local stakeholders and service providers
• Collaborate with other YCSS providers across the state
• Promote and connect young carers with the Commonwealth Carer Gateway

What you need to bring

     Essential

• Cert IV in Community Services, Youth Work or equivalent
• Knowledge of the impacts on a young person and their caring role
• Proficient in computer use and ability to learn and use databases
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check 
• Valid Australian Drivers Licence

     Desirable

• Experience in a similar role
• Experience working with youth and/or unpaid carers
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, CALD and LGBTQIA+ communities

See attached Position Description for full details. 

What's in it for you

• SCHCADS Award 2010, award Level 4
• Generous salary packaging to help increase your take home pay
• Meal and entertainment card option available
• Rewarding role in a client focused team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health insurance discounts with Bupa

Who we are

Each year, we support more than 20,000 people through community services in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operating within a strong ethical framework. We are client focused and provide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnic background. Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value the uniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate with integrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed to cultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with our mission, vision and values. We believe that treating our workers fairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains our reputation as a great place to work.

To learn more about us, click on the video Centacare Catholic Community Services - Our Story

How to Apply

Your application should include a cover letter and resume as one document outlining your qualifications, experience, and how you meet the requirements of the role.

To access the position description or submit your application click on the 'Apply' button.

Job Ad close: 5 pm, on Tuesday 5 May 2026 

We may close the role early if we find the right person—so don’t wait!

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Jessica Hickey, Manager on 0418 816 905.

Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

With respect, no agencies please.