About Us

At Safe Places, it’s all about the young people.

Each child is unique with their own story. So, we tailor care plans and personalise their living environment, surrounded by a carefully selected team of youth workers.

Established in 2005 as a non-profit in Queensland, we've cared for over 3000 young people. Our philosophy revolves around providing care, support, affection, and hope to young people in our community. We're expanding rapidly and seeking talented team members who share our values and wish to join our community for mutual success.

About the Role

The Administration Officer – Traineeship role develops quality support skills and experience to ensure the smooth day to day running of Safe Places for Children Support Office. The traineeship position requires the candidate to take on a variety of administration related tasks in an ‘admin pool’ rotation across the business in line with the requirements to obtain a Certificate iii in Business Administration. This role will be engaged over a two-year period to ensure you gain as much knowledge and experience as possible within the various support office departments. At Safe Places we believe in developing our people and internal promotion.

The duties will include but not be limited to;

• Photocopying, scanning and other tasks such as binding and collating documents
• Formatting documents
• Data entry
• Reception cover including phone answering and greeting Visitors
• General/adhoc office administration and related tasks

About You

The successful candidate will be ready to start their career within a busy but friendly office and industry. You should have an enthusiastic and inquisitive personality with a passion to learn. This role will also require you to possess good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Additional experience we look for include:

• Technologically competent with Microsoft
• Organised multitasker who works well in a fast-paced environment
• Prior work experience in retail or customer service is highly regarded

Why Choose Safe Places?

At Safe Places, we understand that our team is the cornerstone of our success. That's why we aim to create a team where everyone works together and helps each other grow. Here are some of the benefits of choosing Safe Places:

• Above-award guaranteed weekly income that improves financial stability.
• Annual anniversary bonuses (up to $5000 based on number of years of service).
• Rewards and recognition system that appreciates and celebrates your achievements.
• Access to discounts and cashbacks at hundreds of retailers across Australia.
• 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading and annual bonuses
• Generous salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program.

Investing in your success:

• Full support for career progression studies.
• Career progression opportunities

Working at Safe Places

At the heart of Safe Places, a blend of Unity, Support, Responsiveness, Passion, and Professionalism is what defines us. When you become part of our team, you’re part of a community that prioritises integrity and professionalism and celebrates diversity. In all we do, we aim to foster an atmosphere of respect, collaboration, and mutual advancement, dedicated to impacting the lives of vulnerable young Australians.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and take pride in being an inclusive employer.

Visit our website for more information at www.safeplaces.com.au