About Us

The Australian Community Support Organisation (ACSO) is a vibrant, values driven NFP, focused on partnering with Government and the community to co-design services that create real social change. We are an organisation with a bold vision to create a safe and inclusive community where prison truly is the last resort. Our purpose is to strengthen the wellbeing of our communities by advocating for and delivering services which divert people away from the justice system.

The Australian Community Support Organisation recognises the right to a safe and inclusive service without bias. ACSO is committed to the equitable treatment of its participants, employees and partners. We believe in humanity and celebrating the diverse voices of our community through leadership, practice and policy design, to honour and embrace diverse traditions, cultures and experiences of those we support and work alongside.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced individual to join our Transition to Work team to deliver holistic employment services to young people from our Corrimal and Shellharbour, NSW offices. We'd love to hear from people who are motivated by working with a team of skilled and knowledgeable staff, innovative in finding solutions, and passionate about the right to a second chance.

The Business Development Officer proactively engages with employers and other specific support services to source work opportunities for participants, and provides post-placement support to ensure the employer needs are met.

• Develop and maintain relationships with a network of employers for use by the TTW program team
• Negotiate work experience, employment opportunities and internships suitable to TTW clients with a variety of employers
• Act as intermediary to TTW Youth Development Coaches and Employers during placement
• Provide intense post-placement support to the employer to maximise retention and placement success, and ensure the employer relationship is maintained for future participants

About the program

To learn more about this program, check out the program summary under the 'job attachments' tab.

What we're looking for

• Relevant diploma level qualification and/or 2 years experience in the youth, community services, employment or education sectors
• Demonstrated experience in developing and maintain professional stakeholder relationships
• A proven track record of achieving employment outcomes for disadvantaged jobseekers
• Highly developed administration and computer skills and competency in Microsoft Programs
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with a broad range of peopl

eWhat ACSO can offer you

• Full time fixed term position available. Corrimal and Shellharbour location!
• $60,000 base salary + 9.5 % superannuation + NFP salary packaging options (more after tax $ in your pocket!)
• Paid parental leave
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Learning and development opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives such as free flu vaccines, Employee Assistance Program and Reward and Recognition Program
• Flexible working arrangements

Please note, as ACSO is an NDIS provider, the successful candidate must hold an NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance before they commence employment in this position.

To apply and view the position description (PD), please click Apply Now and provide a copy of your resume, a brief covering letter and a document outlining responses to the selection criteria found in the PD.

ACSO embraces diversity within its workforce and as such encourages applications from appropriately qualified and skilled people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, including those from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island heritage. ACSO acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Victoria and pays respect to them, their culture and their Elders, past, present and future.

Please contact Zoe Ryan, Acting Program Manager, on 0419 643 833 to learn more about this position.