Coaches
Transition coaching is a persistent and consistent relationship that connects young people to a reliable source of support and the resources available to them through Home Stretch WA as they transition into adulthood.
In Home Stretch WA transition coaching is all about walking alongside young people. It’s a consistent, reliable, and hope-inducing relationship that puts them at the centre and provides access to a safety net of resources—like housing support, financial assistance in times of crisis or to achieve their goals, access to education, training, employment opportunities, while supporting their transition into adulthood. Coaches also connect with the young person’s family, culture, and community.
When the young person is ready, Coaches play a key role in helping them strengthen their ties to Culture, Country, and Community in a way that feels right for them.
For us, we really want to emphasize making those connections to the young person’s community. Through our transition coach and our cultural practice lead, we’re linking these young fullas back up with their community or maybe meeting their family for the first time, where they may have never had that. Knowing they had links to a certain family group or language group, it’s incredibly impactful. This work not only gives them a sense of belonging but also helps them understand their identity and place in the community, which is vital for their journey into adulthood. Our transition coach plays a critical role in ensuring young people are supported throughout their journey into independence. It’s not about rushing the process but about building their capacity step by step. From helping them navigate practical skills like budgeting and cooking to fostering emotional resilience and cultural connections, the transition coach walks alongside each young person, ensuring they feel supported and confident as they step into adulthood."
Young people often distrust others when they leave the department. Building trust is a slow process—it requires consistency and showing them you’re reliable. Planting that seed of positivity helps them navigate relationships and the world with confidence.
“Representation is so important. Having more Aboriginal staff in our team would mean so much to the young people. They see someone Staff that are Mob and think, I can be that. It’s about providing role models who can inspire and guide them. Non-Aboriginal staff also have a role to play. It’s about building trust, showing consistency, and being genuine. For me, that means going out of my way to connect with the young person and their family, showing respect, and being someone they can rely on.”
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Acknowledgement
The Home Stretch WA – Community of Practice would like to Acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we use. We would like to pay our respects to our Elders past, present and emerging. We are privileged to be a part of the longest living culture in the world.
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