Great people. Meaningful work. Rewarding career.
Join the Y WA team and help children and young people flourish every day.
Our Values
Our values shape our culture, guide our decisions, and connect us to our heritage and communities.
Honesty
We act with integrity, speak openly, and do the right thing, even when it’s hard
Respect
We value diversity, treat everyone with dignity, and foster trust through understanding and inclusion.
Responsibility
We take ownership of our actions, deliver on commitments, and work safely and collaboratively to achieve results.
Caring
We show compassion, support others, and act in the best interests of our people and communities.
Helping our People Flourish
At the heart of our organisation is a simple goal: flourishing people. When our people flourish, they are empowered to create flourishing outcomes for children and young people, helping them grow in body, mind, and spirit. Our workplaces are designed to enable this growth by focusing on four fundamental pillars that support human flourishing.
Belonging
Through inclusive leadership and a culture that embraces diversity, our people can bring their authentic selves to work, leading to them feeling safe, respected and valued.
Competence
Through opportunities to develop skills and capabilities, our people feel a sense of achievement and become more effective in finding new ways to solve problems and create value.
Independence
Through opportunities to exercise choice, our people feel a growing sense of responsibility and control over their experience at work.
Connectedness
Through opportunities to do meaningful work, our people feel a sense of connection and contribution to purpose and something larger than themselves.
Belonging
Through inclusive leadership and a culture that embraces diversity, our people can bring their authentic selves to work, leading to them feeling safe, respected and valued.
Competence
Through opportunities to develop skills and capabilities, our people feel a sense of achievement and become more effective in finding new ways to solve problems and create value.
Independence
Through opportunities to exercise choice, our people feel a growing sense of responsibility and control over their experience at work.
Connectedness
Through opportunities to do meaningful work, our people feel a sense of connection and contribution to purpose and something larger than themselves.
Our Culture in Action
Working at the Y WA means being part of a purpose-driven community. Every day, our people make a real difference, and they feel it. 73% feel deeply engaged, 80% say their work gives them a true sense of accomplishment and 74% proudly recommend the Y WA as a great place to work
Great Culture
I enjoy the culture created by the people at the Y. I cannot thank my manager and the team enough for the opportunity to foster a space that feels safe and challenging. I also appreciate the opportunities for career growth and improvement.
Creating positive impact in the community
I like that The Y fosters a supportive environment where children and young people feel valued, and everyone works together to make a positive impact in the community.
Feels like a family
Our team is like a family, and we all look out for each other and support each other when ever needed. I feel safe and confident and love going to work every day!
Enjoyable work
Supportive and friendly team environment, which makes it enjoyable to come to work every day.
Environment for Growth
I really value being able to support children in their early years of learning and development. It’s rewarding to know I’m helping build their confidence, curiosity, and social skills. The team culture is welcoming and supportive. Everyone works together, shares ideas, and helps each other, which makes it a great environment to grow in.
Feeling valued
Having a great team, who encourage me & motivate me to do my work well. Having a caring manager who values my work and efforts.
Making a difference
I enjoy working at The Y WA because it creates a positive and supportive environment where I can make a real difference in children’s learning and development. I also value being part of a team that is committed to community, inclusion, and helping young people reach their full potential.
Support that Makes a Difference
Discover the benefits and support that help our people flourish every day.
Employee Assistance Program
Confidential counselling and helpful resources for personal or work-related issues
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Hesta Superannuation
Financial wellbeing support with HESTA Superannuation.
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Medibank Health Insurance
Access to Medibank Health Insurance at exclusive corporate rates.
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Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing
Boost take-home pay or buy a new car (save on tax) through salary packaging and novated leasing options with Maxxia.
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Additional Leave
Recharge with three additional days of leave between Christmas and New Year or purchasing additional leave.
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Housing Support & Relocation Assistance
Relocation Assistance, Housing allowance, or subsidised housing support for team members working in remote locations.
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Remote Area Allowance
Remote area allowance support for team members living and working in remote locations.
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Flexible Work & Discounted Childcare[
Flexible work options to suit different roles and individual needs with heavily discounted childcare options.
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Explore exciting job opportunities across childcare, youth services, and community programs in Perth and regional Western Australia, including the Pilbara, Goldfields and Great Southern. Apply now and make a difference to children and young people every day.