Link and Launch Coordinator

About Miami State High School Established in 1963, our prosperous school sits in a great location behind Nobby Headland, just a minute's walk from the surf. Miami State High School would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land, the Kombumerri Saltwater People and the land on which we meet. We have more than 1,600 students enrolled across year levels 7 to 12, with more than 180 staff. **About the Role**: An exciting opportunity is available for a motivated and dynamic full time Link and Launch Coordinator based at Miami State High School. As the Link and Launch Coordinator, you will be responsible for supporting young people who have recently completed Year 12 but are not engaged in education, employment or training. You will support these recent graduates from Elanora SHS, Merrimac SHS, Miami SHS, Palm Beach Currumbin SHS, Robina SHS and Varsity College to navigate their options in choosing a pathway that will equip them to successfully transition into study, training or work. We are seeking a dedicated individual with high level communication skills and industry knowledge who can provide practical assistance to students when required. **You will**: - Foster partnerships with local training, higher education and employment providers; - Provide practical assistance to young people to access required services to remove barriers to their engagement; - Market the service and undertake events and initiatives to raise the profile of the role within the school and broader community; - Work across a number of local schools to ensure Year 12 students are aware of the transition support available upon leaving school; and - Provide and develop guidance for young people engaged in the program, including identifying pathways, monitoring their ongoing success, and maintaining relevant records. Further information about Link and Launch can be found at Equity and Excellence and Strengthening transitions, Link and Launch **Requirements**: In addition to the requirements specified in the attached Role Description, "Your Role" and "Your Opportunity" we are looking for someone who - Is able to work collaboratively with existing school staff including the Principal, Deputy Principals, Guidance Officer, Heads of Department and School Leadership Team, as well as working in partnership with nearby schools - Has an awareness of / engagement with local youth support services - Has experience with working with older school students and / or young adults. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (Paid Blue Card) issued by Blue Card Services. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How to Apply **Please attach the following**: - A brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor) - A maximum 2-page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities under the 'How you will be assessed' section in the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.