Our vision at Whitelion Youth is for a world where no young person is left behind and where all young people have the right to equitable opportunities to reach their potential. Our staff and volunteers work to support young people at risk to build positive connections and meaningful pathways to work.

• Full time (76 hours per fortnight)
• Fixed term contract until 30th of June 2024
• Great salary packaging options
• Flexible work environment

THE ROLE

As the Education Coordinator, you are integral to the successful and effective development and delivery of all Whitelion services and programs within your span of responsibility. You will work closely with the NSW State Manager to ensure our programs are designed and implemented at an exceptionally high standard to achieve set targets and fulfil our commitments to young people, as well as funding bodies, internal stakeholders, and the community. As well as the successful and sustainable delivery of existing programs you will also support the increase of Whitelion’s community presence and reputation and contribute strategically to our education development and growth strategy.

ABOUT YOU

You're passionate about working with and supporting young people, you see the unique potential and perspective that they bring and you deeply understand the relationship between school, community and family in bringing out their full potential and realising opportunities. Your experience and capabilities include:

Role responsibilities

• Effectively lead and manage a team of program Coordinators, Youth Workers and Casuals by articulating expected standards of performance, ensure quality supervision and coaching, program training and staff development.
• Deliver your own frontline practice through program development and continuous improvement, young person engagement, workshop delivery and training staff in program content.
• Motivate your team to provide trauma informed and young person-centred approaches to content delivery.
• Develop, enhance, and promote good working relationships in the community, schools, the youth sector and key stakeholders.
• Oversee budget and program contract management adhering to guidelines, KPI’s, acquittals, and reporting.
• In collaboration with the NSW State Manager plan and manage funding targets to achieve a balanced budget.
• Undertake quality data management using Whitelion Youth’s quality framework and systems
• Apply specific workplace communication techniques to establish rapport, exchange information and facilitate the resolution of any issues with staff, young people, and colleagues as required.
• In collaboration with the NSW State Manager, identify opportunities to maintain or increase the funding of the programs and contribute to tender, grant writing and funding submissions as required.
• Work with the State Manager to monitor and review contracts, funding and service agreements whilst maintaining a positive relationship with funding bodies. This includes ensuring program targets are met.
• Work with program staff to ensure the quality and integrity of data and data collection practices.
• Manage all critical situations which occur in youth programs and maintain safety of all young people and staff within these programs. Role requirements Experience
• Demonstrated experience in the successful development, implementation and evaluation of community projects/programs and resources
• Proven experience engaging young people through group facilitation and one-on-one.
• Providing strong team leadership and working productively as a positive professional role model
• Team player who is approachable with strong interpersonal and listening skills together with the ability to empower.
• Demonstrated understanding of youth development, trauma informed practice and Education system.
• Quality data management and project administration skills.
• Previous experience establishing, building, and maintaining strategic networks with external providers and potential funding bodies to improve service delivery and enhance collaborative working relationships.
• Ability to design, develop, implement and review program materials and resources in accordance with project needs and funding guidelines
• Ability to plan and manage resource acquisition requirements for operational programs to achieve a balanced budget and optimal client outcomes.
• Experience in providing regular supervision and support to staff to ensure that key performance targets and reporting requirements are being met on time and to the required standard.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and training in, relevant child protection legislation.
• Results focused, self-motivated and a self-starter who goes above and beyond.
• Doesn’t settle, strives for continuous improvement, and has a high level of integrity.

Qualifications

• Current Working with Children card and willingness to undergo a Whitelion Police Check
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Youth Work, Social Work, Education, Community Development, or demonstrated experience in a relevant role. Certificate IV in Training and Assessment desirable or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the development of youth based, community programs and group training.
• Hold a valid NSW Driver’s License
• Access to own vehicle.

WORKING WITH US

At Whitelion Youth, you will be part of a supportive team environment driven by our collective purpose and shared values (commitment, collaboration, inclusion & accountability). Our leaders are committed to a culture in which you can thrive, and we want you to always bring your unique creativity to deliver on your role in the best way you know how! You will also benefit from:

• Advanced internal systems and technology which support significant organisation efficiencies, allowing you to spend more time on the high value work.
• A first-class online learning platform offering huge range of professional development opportunities.
• Extra leave! 3 days at Christmas and New Year, 2 Wellbeing days + professional development leave, paid cultural leave, pet leave.

APPLY NOW

We welcome applications from all suitable applicants and request that you provide a resume and a cover letter (of no more than 1 page) telling us why you would like to work with us and highlighting your suitability based on the role requirements.

Applications can be addressed to: Melanie Lennon - State Manager NSW

Whitelion acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which it is situated, and we pay respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge and respect the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples across the nation. Whitelion commenced its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan in 2020.