Youth Specialist - Ohana Academy

54 reasons, in partnership with Ohana for Youth, is excited to announce the launch of a new holistic educational and wellbeing program, Ohana Academy, specifically for young people in contact with the youth justice system in Cairns. We’ll be supporting these young people with a wraparound crew of specialist teachers, teacher aids, youth support and family support staff. We’re looking for people just like you: innovative, creative and compassionate; to provide Integrated Case Management to young people within the School through:

54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – no ordinary not-for-profit.

Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity.

With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers in every state and territory, and across regions, remote areas and capital cities. From our programs to our support services - this is the place to realise your purpose.

Where you come in:

We’re currently looking for two innovative Youth Specialists to join the team. In these full-time, maximum term roles (until 31 December 2026, with a strong possibility of extension), you’ll work as a part of the Ohana Academy team in Cairns to help us create lasting change for young people.

You will make a difference by:

A place to feel valued:

Your expertise in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth and families will be invaluable. You’re compassionate, flexible and an innovator, with a passion for supporting young people to achieve their goals.

This role requires:

A place to belong:

At 54 reasons, we invest in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is approximately 600 people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs.

It takes all types of people to do the challenging work we do. We are diverse personalities, backgrounds and talents, embracing our differences as one strong and united team. We see and celebrate the unique value you bring to our organisation, and offer a range of rewards for your effort, including:

Follow this link for the full list of our employee benefits.

Does this sound like the place for you?

We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume below.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

Applications Close: Wednesday 15th October 2025.

Position Description: Youth Specialist – Ohana Academy

For more information about the program that this role will be working in, see our Program Profile. For any queries, please contact Edwina Andrew at edwina.andrew@54reasons.org.au.