Youth Pathways Coordinator

CAREERS NETWORK INC has vacancies within our team across the New England North West region.

We are seeking dynamic individuals to make a difference in the lives of young people. Your role will be to provide individual case management, mentoring and support to assist young people to engage in education and training or employment, industry engagement and administration of work placements. 

The Role 

The role encompasses case management, working directly with youth aged 15-19 years of age, strengthening engagement within the community, and undertaking administration tasks as well as assisting with Industry engagement.

We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and has proven experience working with young people, to provide one-on-one mentoring and pre-employment support.

Duties include:

• Sourcing and attending to referrals against KPI’s
• Managing administrative tasks throughout the intake process
• One-on-one case management
• Development of career and transition plan 
• Assisting and supporting development of the young person’s individual goals
• Brokering work experience, training, or employment opportunities
• Provide access to complimentary services and post placement supports
• Attend provider and network meetings to gain knowledge of program supports and promote and advocate for young people in which you work with.
• Travel and connect face-to-face with young people and communities.

Do you have?

• A positive can-do attitude and genuine interest in assisting young people 
• Strong time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work autonomously and contribute to strategies for program success
• The ability to be innovative and drive results to achieve outcomes in a challenging environment, 
• Exceptional administration and computer skills, with proven experience in Microsoft office applications
• Advanced customer service skills and the ability to build relationships with young people, staff, and community.
• An understanding of the barriers young people may face in successfully achieving education, training, or employment outcomes.

Essential Requirements 

• Minimum Class C Drivers Licence
• Working with Children Check
• Willingness to undertake a Federal Police Check
• Access to a comprehensively insured and well-maintained motor vehicle for work purposes.