School Focused Youth Service Coordinator School Community Engagement Officer
School Focused Youth Service Coordinator School Community Engagement Officer
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Job Description
- Full time (across two roles) Maximum term position to 31 Dec 2025 (Parental Leave Replacement)
- Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements
- Increase fortnight takehome pay with access to $15900 salary packaging benefits!
Your new role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced coordinator to join our team working across two key roles; School Focused Youth Service Coordinator 7 days per fortnight) and School Community Engagement Officer 3 days per fortnight).
The SFYS Coordinator works in partnership with schools and other community organisations to address chronic school absenteeism and prevent students from disengaging from school. Click here to view the full position description.
The SCEO works as part of the Social Cohesion Through Education Program which aims to enhance social cohesion in school communities in the City of Greater Dandenong and City of Case LGAs. Click here to view the full position description.
Working across both roles you will:
- Plan implement review and evaluate the School Focused Youth Service work plan and collect data as appropriate.
- Coordinate the provision of communitybased services in partnership with school and community agencies to support schools to address the need of at risk young people.
- Develop a support model that promotes a greater whole of community commitment to the engagement in learning and retention of young people with multiple disadvantages.
Benefits of working at Uniting
Our work isnt easy but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.
In addition to your salary of (SCHADS Level 6 super you can access the following.
- Access salary packaging to increase takehome pay.
- Enjoy a 10 discount at Uniting Early Learning or 60 for centre staff!
- Free counselling with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.
- Enjoy 25 off at Uniting Op Shops.
- Opt in or out of public holidays be respected for your unique background.
Your skills and experience
To be successful in your application you will meet the person specification in both position descriptions including having a degree in Social Work Psychology Education or a related tertiary qualification relevant to child and family welfare.
You will also have:
- An understanding of the barriers experience by disengaged learners and social cohesion issues
- Demonstrated working knowledge of the current Victorian Education System
- Demonstrated experience in leading developing and managing projects/program initiatives
- Proven ability to develop collaborative relationships with key stakeholders and provide professional consultation to a range of professionals
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest.
If this role sounds like a good fit for you please apply soon. Well review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.
For any questions reach out to Abdul Basir on 0 for a chat.
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Visit us: www.vt.uniting
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times. As a child safe organisation employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Through the recruitment process we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional however it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal a person with disability from a diverse background or LGBTQIA. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
