Youth Coach Craigieburn
About Opendoor
Opendoor is a community-driven not-for-profit empowering
individuals with services, support, programs, and opportunities that improve
lives.
Since 1986, we have supported vulnerable people, regardless of age, race,
ability, or situation, through guidance, skill development, and fostering
independence.
At Opendoor, we are committed to creating opportunities that
empower individuals and strengthen our communities.
Each year, we help thousands of people across Australia through practical,
person-centred programs spanning employment, training, disability support,
youth, allied health and social enterprise.
What we offer:
- Enterprise Agreement with industry leading salary levels that increase each year for the life of the agreement
- Above Award personal, compassionate and maternity leave schemes
- Paid Christmas closure leave
- Free Employee Assistance Program for all employees
- Up to $18,550 p.a. in salary packaging options to increase your fortnightly take-home pay
- Flexible working hours and arrangements for work-life balance
- Option of purchasing additional two weeks of annual leave
- Emphasis on staff training and professional development
- Mobile phone and laptop provided
The role:
In this full-time role as Youth Coach, you’ll play a key role in supporting young Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people aged 15 – 24 across the Northwestern Melbourne region to move into employment and education. Working from the Broadmeadows, Craigieburn and Sunbury offices, you’ll do this by delivering personalised support, building strong community and employer relationships, and promoting cultural safety and connection in all aspects of your work. You will be responsible to:
- Provide tailored career and education coaching to Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander young people
- Deliver strengths-based, person-centred case management
- Identify and address work and non-work barriers by linking participants with relevant community supports
- Collaborate with employers to create meaningful and culturally safe employment opportunities
- Support participants to succeed in work or study through job search, training, apprenticeships, and internships
- Deliver post-placement support to sustain employment outcomes
- Maintain accurate records and meet performance targets aligned to program guidelines
This is a hands-on role with a mix of site-based and outreach activity across the Northwestern Melbourne region. This is an Aboriginal Identified position and is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants. Exemption is claimed under Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).
About you:
- Must have OR be committed to completing a Certificate IV or above in one of the following disciplines within the first 12 months after commencement: Youth Services, Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Community services.
- Current driver’s licence and Working with Children’s Check card (or ability to obtain one prior to commencement) is essential. We will also conduct a police check.
- Prior experience working with young people and/or within the employment services sector is preferred, although not essential
- Experience in working with young people from CALD and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds will be highly regarded
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for developing and strengthening relationships with new and existing employers
- Knowledge and understanding of issues that affect young people’s engagement with education and employment
- Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed KPIs
- You must have a passion for improving young people’s lives through the creation of opportunities
How to Apply
Applications without a cover letter are unlikely to proceed further. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible if you are interested, as shortlisting for interviews will commence immediately and is ongoing.If you have any questions, please contact Zaki Anvari 0402 536 702.
Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, we regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. This listing will be removed once the position has been filled.
We strongly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people with disabilities, and individuals with lived experience. Applicants must have Australian work rights.
Opendoor does not accept unsolicited applications or phone calls from recruitment agencies.
Opendoor is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and supports the creation of working conditions to ensure that all employees have an equal chance to seek and obtain employment, promotion, and training. Opendoor encourages applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders and/or those with a disability. Only Australian citizens, permanent residents, or people who have the right to work in Australia may apply.
Child Safety
Opendoor is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We operate in compliance with the Child Safe Standards and the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 (Vic). Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to safeguarding, and all successful applicants will be required to undergo a Working with Children Check, Police Check, and other relevant pre-employment screening.
