Service Coordinator Katherine (Fixed Term until 30-6-2025)Katherine, Katherine & Northern Australia NT
Community Development (Community Services & Development)
Full time
AKG is now a Certified Great Place to Work 2024/2025 RISE Ventures is committed to local communities and their needs – our strategy strengthens our presence and our connection with stakeholders in the Community Development Program (CDP) goes far beyond just finding jobs. Our role has shifted to include 'providing work opportunities', 'fostering and creating small enterprises', supporting 'emerging businesses', and supporting Government objectives - in essence assisting communities to plan for and RISE to the challenge of self-determination.
RISE Ventures delivers the CDP in the community of Katherine. CDP is a holistic program aimed at engaging communities and their people, providing communities with support through: consultation; community funding; community development; education, training, and Employment Services.
We are looking for a local applicant to work with RISE and the community in Katherine.
A day in the life of a Service Coordinator can include: Engaging with the whole community including participants, elders, council, and youth.Delivering CDP services to participants via strengths-based approach and individualised service plans.Actively participating in a whole of centre approach to transitioning our participants into sustainable employment/education and keeping them there for a minimum of 26 weeks.Encouraging and motivating participants through appropriate activities to find their own employment.Please note this is a Max Term role until the 30-6-2025 Being a part of the Rise Ventures team, you will be provided with a wide range of benefits including: Personal and professional development opportunities.Rewarding and supportive culture.Birthday leave and diversity leave.Frequent training and support to excel in the role.Free Employee Assistance Program.Access to novated car leasing.Engage Wellbeing and Recognition Centre (Move, Munch, Money and Mind).To be considered you must... Have full working rights in Australia.Have a current driver's licence and a comprehensively insured vehicle.Complete an Australia History Criminal Check.Have a current Working with Children Check or be willing to obtain one before employment.Ability to work Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5:00pm.Please note that people with a criminal record are not automatically barred from applying for this position; rather the relevance will be considered as it applies to our industry. About AKG: AKG is an innovative employment services, community, health, and education provider, underpinned by a unique partnership model. Our family of businesses work together to empower individuals and communities, with a particular focus on disadvantaged communities including First Nations, youth, and people living with a disability.
We are proud of our 30-year heritage and our achievements. So far, we have helped more than 1 million people to learn, find employment, and discover new career opportunities.
At AKG we are empowered by our diversity. AKG is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly, and with respect. AKG encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures including Australian Defence Force Veterans and their Families, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People, the LGBTQI+ community, and people with a disability.
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If this role speaks to you and you want to be a part of a high performing and collaborative team as well as the ability to build an amazing career with an organisation that fosters genuine growth and development, please apply today.
Your application will include the following questions:
Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a service coordinator?Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?How many years of people management experience do you have?What's your expected annual base salary? #J-18808-Ljbffr