Vocational Specialist, Full-Time, Nt - Darwin

Employer: headspace Darwin - Anglicare NT

Deadline: 12 Apr 2024, 5:00 pm

You will provide work and study support to young people engaged with a clinical team at headspace Darwin & Palmerston.

In collaboration with the young person, family/support and clinician, you will support young people between 15 and 25 years to improve their educational and employment outcomes to gain rapid, competitive and meaningful employment as well as career development.

You will assist young people who are not engaging in employment or education and may be at risk of longer-term unemployment or disengagement from school/work. The position will work closely with other public and non-government organisations to achieve the best outcomes for young people who are supported by headspace Darwin.

You will hold a qualification or extensive experience in recruitment, human resources, or organisational development (or equivalent relevant field).

Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so speed is key. The sooner you apply the better!

Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a current Northern Territory manual driver’s licence.

Unfortunately, we aren't in a position to sponsor candidate visas. If you don't have the independent right to work in the country you're applying for, we will not be able to progress your application.

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to address the key selection criteria on the online application on the Anglicare NT website.

Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.

Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

COVID-19 Vaccination Status

Receiving and maintaining vaccines can reduce health risks and is one control mechanism to maintain the health and wellbeing of all employees, contractors, volunteers, visitors and the people we work with. In line with Anglicare NT’s commitment to a full life and social justice for all, it is mandatory for all Anglicare NT employees (paid and volunteer) to ensure specific vaccine schedules are current and maintained. In relation to COVID-19, this includes a primary course (dose one and two) and booster dose within one month of becoming eligible for booster dose (subject to medical exemption).