Gippsland's Leading Vocational EducatorPart Time 0.8FTE (4 days per week)Fixed Term Contract until 31 December 2025Based at the Bairnsdale CampusJob Reference 2482About Us For over 95 years, TAFE Gippsland has been at the forefront of vocational education and training, proudly serving the Gippsland community. As the winner of the TAFE Large Training Provider of the Year award in 2023, TAFE Gippsland stands out as a leader in empowering local students and supporting regional businesses. With a commitment to excellence, we offer a diverse range of programs, including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships, accredited short courses, certificates, and diplomas.
Our team of over 450 dedicated staff, spread across 13 campuses, works closely with industry partners to deliver tailored workplace training. This approach not only helps upskill the regional workforce but also drives the success of local businesses, reinforcing our vision of supporting a Skilled and Thriving Gippsland.
About the Role TAFE Gippsland coordinates the facilitation of one of the Skills First Reconnect program 12-month contracts within the Gippsland region. The Reconnect Case Worker is instrumental in the success of this program, working with community stakeholders to refer eligible participants and provide case management and wrap-around support to participants to enter and maintain an employment or education pathway.
TAFE Gippsland is seeking to appoint a Reconnect Case Worker to work collaboratively within the Student Support Services team to provide outreach and case management to community members who have been disengaged from work or study. The Reconnect Case Worker assesses the needs and goals of each participant and provides them with tailored support and highly individualised case management.
Experience and Qualifications A post-secondary school qualification in social welfare, community service, case management, counselling, or related discipline is desirable.Demonstrated experience working within a case management model to support diverse groups is desirable.All TAFE Gippsland staff require a current Drivers Licence, employee Working with Children Clearance, and satisfactory National Police Check.
Benefits Employment with a progressive employerNovated Leasing and Salary PackagingFlexible Working ArrangementsAccess to Employee Wellbeing ProgramFull on-the-job training and support, along with further professional development opportunitiesA great culture and supportive team environmentAn idyllic regional setting in GippslandHow to apply To apply for this position please visit the TAFE Gippsland website. Applications are to be submitted online and must include:
A cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role (see Job Description)A current resume.For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Claire McGrath, Senior Team Leader Student Wellbeing & Access on .
For assistance with the application process please contact Damian Skeen, People & Culture Advisor on .
Applications close at 2pm on Wednesday 29 January 2025. TAFE Gippsland is committed to fair and equitable recruitment and employment processes based on merit, competence and potential. If you would like assistance with your resume and cover letter please contact the Gippsland Skills and Jobs Centre on .
TAFE Gippsland is a Child Safe Organisation and equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.
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