Youth Support Facilitator

7 months ago

Frankston, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

Number of Positions Available:

1
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Why this role matters

The Salvation Army Youth Services offer an integrated suite of programs engaging with young people across Australia. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate and contribute to their communities.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Youth Support Facilitator for the Tools For The Trade program. The successful applicant will provide direct support and mentorship to at-risk youth in the communities of Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.

This role empowers young people who face the risk of long-term unemployment due to early school leaving or educational disengagement. As a facilitator, you will engage participants in dynamic educational, training, and employment opportunities tailored to their unique needs.

You'll inspire and assist them in securing traineeships, apprenticeships, or meaningful employment, while also nurturing their life and social engagement skills. The goal is to foster personal growth, enhance life skills, and pave the way for positive, sustainable future pathways for each young participant.

Reporting to the Youth Support Coordinator this is a permanent, part-time (26.6 hours per week) position based in Frankston, Victoria. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 5.

You will successfully- Provide a safe and supportive space for self-discovery, self-identity, exploration, and pathway planning for young people.- Motivate and inspire young people to engage in all aspects of the program.- Facilitate young people’s hands-on experience of various trades through work experience and the “Trade Tasters” organized in partnership with local TAFE colleges.- Assist young people in increasing their independence and employability.- Enable young people to navigate relationships, places of work/study, and general community and adult life more confidently and effectively.- Assist in collecting, organizing, and analysing feedback/data and completing outcome reports to evaluate programs and explore improvement opportunities.- Undertake case management of clients as per The Salvation Army policy and procedure and in line with the appropriate frameworks.- Monitor students and/or volunteers and client peer mentors who will play an active role in the service design and delivery of our programs.- Maintain partnership arrangements and build service relations and interagency relationships.- Ensure accurate, up-to-date client records and data are maintained for all clients in accordance with TSA standards and procedures using TSA information systems.- Identify risks to clients, staff, and the organization and report these to management as soon as possible.- Ensure a strong commitment to working within a trauma and psychologically informed practice environment when prioritizing all the support needs of young people.

You will have- A relevant tertiary qualification in youth work, social work, community services, education or a related field.- A Victoria Employee Working with Children check.- A current VIC Driver’s License.- Additional certifications in mental health, trauma-informed care or educational support are highly desirable.- Experience working with at-risk youth, particularly in a community or educational setting.- Demonstrated ability to facilitate hands-on learning opportunities, including work experience and trade tasters.- Experience in case management, including developing and implementing individualized support plans.
- What we offer
- As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)-
- Flexible working conditions-
- Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits-
- Paid parental leave - 12 weeks-
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme-
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity-
- Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes-
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;-
- Opportunity for career development;-
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members-
- Positively supporting an

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