Indigenous Skills And Employment - Support Officer

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Indigenous Skills and Employment - Support OfficerCareer Employment Group Inc has recently been awarded a 4-year Indigenous Skills and Employment Program to deliver training and employment solutions to Indigenous people across a large expanse of South Australia. This program requires CEG to facilitate holistic training and employment pathways to Indigenous people aged 15-24 years.
To ensure the success of this program, we are seeking a self-motivated, empathetic, and inspiring individual to fill the full-time (part-time may be negotiated) position of Support Officer. The core requirements of this Support Officer position are to provide consistent support services to participants.
This position will be based in Port Lincoln, with travel to networks in Port Lincoln and the Far West Coast. Flexible options may be offered if travelling outside of Port Lincoln does not align with personal commitments.
This Support Officer position is ideally suited to someone who is community-minded, has experience working with Indigenous youth, can communicate effectively with project participants, employers, and community leaders, and can engage and spark enthusiasm in individuals.
This role will involve: Provide integral support to participants and employers engaged in CEG's program.Effectively engage with Indigenous participants aged 15-24 years.Utilise your exceptional written and verbal communication skills and maintain positive engagement of participants.Foster relationships with employers and work with internal networks to identify employment opportunities for project participants.Engage with local schools to identify project participants and create pathways for school students.Engage in weekly consultation and support for each participant through one-on-one support and group workshops.Be a conduit between participants, employers, community organisations, traditional owners, and relevant support services to generate employment pathways and sustainable opportunities for participants.Conduct monthly progress/pastoral care support visits and reports for each participant.Ensure all participants engage in job readiness, career development, financial literacy workshops, industry awareness activities, and work site visits.Support participants as they engage in accredited and non-accredited training.To succeed in this role you will: Have experience working with Indigenous communities and leaders.Have a commitment to providing high levels of customer service to internal and external clients.Be a self-starter with energy, drive, and an ability to work with minimal direction.Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and an ability to build strong relationships.Demonstrate an ability to juggle a multitude of tasks and prioritise work schedules.Have experience working with diverse clients, including youth, unemployed, minority groups, and people facing barriers to employment.Have a positive approach to professional development and upskilling opportunities.Hold a full driver's license and be willing to travel.An attractive remuneration package will be offered. Employment will be subject to a pre-employment medical and background screening.
First Nations People are strongly encouraged to apply.
For further information, please email CEG's ISEP – EMU Manager, via ****** or phone 0402 169 ***. TO APPLY To apply, please select 'quick apply' and submit a cover letter and resume indicating your skills and experience.
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