Program Coordinator - Student Transition to Education, Training and Work We are seeking a Program Coordinator to join our team who is experienced and skilled at case managing young people, aged 15 to 19 years, who have disengaged from education and are needing support to transition into employment and/or further education and training.
Location: Albion Park, New South Wales
Pay Rate: $39.31 per hour plus 11.5% Superannuation
Contract: 35 hours per week.
Note: Applications will be considered at the time they are submitted, and the position will be filled as soon as there is a suitable applicant.
The position is available from 20 January 2025
POSITION PURPOSE The primary function of this role is to case manage school students to achieve specific milestones that assist them to transition from school to further education, training, and/or work.
YOUR APPLICATION SHOULD INCLUDE A cover letter addressing your suitability with reference to the duties, experience, skills, and selection criteriaThe names of two refereesDUTIES Develop professional relationships with students and assist them to transition to further education, training, and/or work.Provide individual client case management to all young people participating in the program.Establish strong positive business relationships with schools, education and training providers, employers, and community agencies.Brokerage of wrap-around services including health, housing, and other community services as may be appropriate to support the transitions of clients.Maintain accurate records of all client activities and progress on the database in a timely manner in line with program requirements.SELECTION CRITERIA Qualifications, Certificates and Licenses Certificate IV or Diploma in Youth Work; Certificate IV in Employment Services or Certificate IV in Career Development or other relevant qualification or 2–3 years demonstrated successful experience working with young people at risk and/or transitioning from school or unemployment to the workforce and/or further education and training.Ability to effectively communicate and relate to young people and other key stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to work with young people to improve their education, employment, and life outcomes.Understanding of regional issues for young people.Ability to work with minimal supervision, set priorities, and meet deadlines.Working with Children Check clearance under the Child Protection Working with Children Act 2012.Current NSW Drivers Licence and capability to travel extensively within the Illawarra and other locations as required.Experience, Skills, and Knowledge: Extensive successful experience and skills in working with young people, particularly disengaged youth with challenging behaviours and complex issues.Well-established local networks/proven ability to develop networks within local communities; and ability to liaise effectively between stakeholders in education, industry, and community organisations to broker training, skill development, and employment opportunities.Proven successful experience in the delivery of youth support services; employment or education services and/or career and transition advice.Proven ability to work with minimal supervision to set priorities, manage caseload, and meet deadlines to achieve targets/KPIs.Experience with record keeping and the use of Microsoft Office software.Workplace Learning (WL) – Why Choose Us Workplace Learning recognises that guiding and supporting young people is a privilege and the work we do is both professionally satisfying. WL values respect, integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement in all we do.
What You Will Have in This Role The opportunity to make a positive differenceRealistic workloadsClarity of role, responsibilities, and boundariesLived vision, values, and purposeCapable leadership and managementConcise and effective communicationYouth focused and aligned with a common purposeCommitted to achievement of outcomesTeam-based with the opportunity to take the lead on projectsInclusiveFriendlyAdaptableFeelings of value and appreciationWorking at WL SuperannuationFlexibility to undertake a 35-hour working week across 4.5 days.Flexibility to work 70 hours over a 9-day fortnight.Autonomy to get on with the job – no micromanagementVariable working hours within the bandwidth in keeping with business operating hours and prioritiesDiversity in job roles and cross-trainingStrong commitment to career and professional developmentAnnual remuneration reviewAbove award pay ratesFamily friendly/life balance approachLeadership to create a good team environmentZero tolerance for harassment and bullyingCommitment to building a positive work cultureSafe and psychologically healthy workplaceMobile phone provided for work or allowance for use of personal phoneAccess to Pool car for workWorking in the helping industry – doing something positiveGood quality officesAnnual Picnic DayWHS focus – high quality ergonomic furniture and safe vehiclesWWCC – WL pays for renewalPolice Check – WL pays for renewalBranded clothing – suppliedEasy and free parkingFirst Aid course – course fees paid and paid day to attendMental Health First Aid course – course fees paid and paid day to attendFlu vaccine paid and time off work to attendEmployee Assistant ProgramExcellent Coffee and Tea Facilities$1000 per year for the staff to decide on amenities they would like to purchase for each officePhotocopying/Printing available – at costGreat Christmas Party and outing and Christmas in JulyRegular staff team meetingsWellness Program.ORGANISATIONAL ENVIRONMENT Workplace Learning (iswlp.org.au) offers young people a variety of programs and support to assist them make a successful transition from school to work and/or further education and training.
WL delivers a range of services in the Illawarra, Southern Highlands, Shoalhaven, South Coast, and Far South Coast regions.
Your application will include the following questions: Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a program coordinator?Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?Do you have experience working with young people with complex needs?#J-18808-Ljbffr