Learning and Development Officer

Introduction:

To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

About ATSICHS Brisbane

ATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way - supporting our people and community in our commitment to create a flourishing future and lasting legacy for them and their families.

ATSICHS Brisbane is committed to promoting the wellbeing, protection and cultural safety of all children and young people. Our recruitment and screening practices reflect our zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and our dedication to creating culturally secure environments where children feel safe, respected, and empowered.

ATSICHS Brisbane is a member of the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH).

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Description:

About The Role

As a key member of the ATSICHS Brisbane team, The Traineeship Mentor plays a crucial role in coordinating ATSICHS Brisbane's traineeship program. The primary purpose of this position is support and guide trainees to help them to successfully complete their Certificate level qualification. This role involves overseeing the onboarding process, coordinating training activities, and providing comprehensive support throughout the traineeship. The Mentor ensures that trainees receive wrap-around support guidance, resources, and encouragement, fostering their development.

Duties

• Lead the mentoring program for Indigenous Employment and Training Programs.
• Monitor the progress of trainees through face to face and non-face to face contact to support safe and successful completion of traineeships.
• Discuss future workforce needs with current employers to ascertain potential employment opportunities
• Work collaboratively with Managers to negotiate positive outcomes where differences arise between the workplace and trainees and assist in resolving trainee issues.
• Manage and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including liaising with schools, job active networks, apprenticeship agencies and RTOs to support the recruitment, enrolment and successful completion of traineeship.
• Work in ways which foster connections and enable transparency and collaboration across teams, IUIH and networks and stake holders.

Culture

Enjoy working in an organisation that makes a difference in the community. Join our friendly and supportive Social Health team that will help you grow personally and professionally.

Benefits

• Base salary of $75,030 per annum (based on qualifications and experience).
• 12% Super + access to salary packaging (Increases your take home pay).
• Permanent full-time position.

COVID-19 Requirement

• Immunisation history showing you have received two doses of a Covid -19 vaccine is encouraged.

Skills and Experiences:

Required

• Ability to work sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, their leaders and health professionals, while respecting traditional culture, values, and ways of doing business.
• Proven experience in leading, motivating and communicating with a broad range of groups and individuals, and in particular, young people.
• Experience in supporting work readiness and transition to work initiatives.
• Strong self-management skills, initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Well-developed written communication skills (including the production of well-formatted business reports and documentation).

Preferred

• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment or equivalent qualification.
• Skills in providing coaching and support to trainees.

Additional Requirements

• National Police Check.
• Current Working with Children Card (Blue Card) or eligible to apply.
• Current Disability Worker Screening Card (Yellow Card) or eligible to apply.
• Driver's Licence.
• Evidence of Work Rights.
• Travel between work sites on a regular basis.

How to apply

If this sounds like you, please submit your application by following the links on the recruitment page. Applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.