Youth Coach - Indigenous Skills and Employment Program

AKG Australia; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive culture

Ongoing training

EAP access

Novated car leasing

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AKG Australia is seeking an Indigenous Youth Coach to deliver the Indigenous Skills and Employment Program (ISEP) in Cairns. This permanent full-time, identified position is designed for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants and aims to help young people overcome barriers to education and employment.

You will manage participant caseloads, conduct assessments, engage with schools and communities, provide pre/post-employment support, and connect participants with education, training and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success delivering employment or community/non-vocational services to clients.
• Experience in Youth Work, Community Services or Employment Services desirable.
• Well-developed organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to operate within WH&S, Privacy and Equal Opportunity Acts and with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of participants with vocational and non-vocational barriers.
• Conduct initial assessments to identify goals.
• Visit local schools to inform staff and students about ISEP.
• Engage with local youth to attract eligible participants.
• Support participants to access education and training opportunities.
• Provide pre- and post-employment support and training.
• Help participants develop vocational and non-vocational skills.
• Assist access to local community service supports.
• Participate in community events to promote ISEP and build networks.

Skills

Youth Work

Community Services

Communication

Time management

WH&S

NIAA

Education

Diploma in CS

Job description

Youth Coach - Indigenous Skills and Employment Program

Job ad reference: AKG/1942327

Category Community Services and Development

Job type Permanent Full-time

This is an Identified position. It is a genuine occupational requirement that an Identified position be filled by an Aboriginal person or Torres Strait Islander person, as permitted by and arguable under section 25 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

RISE Ventures is committed to local communities and their needs – our strategy strengthens our presence and our connection with stakeholders in the Indigenous Skills and Employment Program(ISEP) goes far beyond just finding jobs. Whilst important, our role has shifted to include 'providing work opportunities', 'fostering and creating small enterprises', supporting 'emerging businesses', supporting Government objectives - in essence assisting communities to plan for and RISE to the challenge of self-determination.

A day in the life of a ISEP Youth Coach can include:

• Manage a caseload of participants who have vocational, and non-vocational barriers to employment/study/health services
• Conduct initial assessments of participants to identify short- and long-term goals
• Attend local secondary schools to provide information to staff and students about ISEP, and support students who are exiting the school system
• Engage with young people in the local community to attract eligible participants to the service
• Support participants to access education and training opportunities
• Provide pre and post-employment support and training
• Support participants to develop vocational and non-vocational skills
• Assist participants to access local community service supports
• Participate in local community, employment and networking events and forums to promote the ISEP and build a network of local support services and employers

The above is an Identified position. It is a genuine occupational requirement that an Identified position be filled by an Aboriginal person or Torres Strait Islander person, as permitted by and arguable under section 25 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated record of success in delivering employment and or community/non-vocational services to clients
• Previous experience in Youth Work, Community Services or Employment Services (Desirable)
• Well-developed organisational and time-management skills
• Highly developed communication and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to operate within the guidelines of WH&S, Privacy and Equal Opportunity Acts.
• Ability to perform your duties in accordance with organisation requirements, external stakeholders i.e. NIAA
• Demonstrated record of success in delivering employment and or community/non-vocational services to clients

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
• 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 anAustralia History Criminal Check
• Have a current Working with Children Check or willing to obtain a Working with Children Check 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:

With more than 200 locations and a team of 1,500+ dedicated professionals, AKG is one of Australia's leading providers of employment, training and health services. Each year, we support over 50,000 Australians to find meaningful employment, build new skills, and improve their health and wellbeing.

As part of the AKG Group, we work alongside people from all backgrounds and life stages, helping them overcome barriers, unlock opportunities, and achieve their goals. Our work creates real, lasting impact in communities across Australia.

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of an organisation where your work directly empowers others to thrive, AKG offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career with purpose.