Hey You!

genU is short for Generation You. Because whatever generation you belong to, whether you’re young, old, or somewhere in between, what unites us is the belief that neither disability nor ageing are disadvantages to be endured but challenges to be met boldly, achievements to be had and adventures in the making.

With over 3000 staff across 200 national locations, a strong history of committed leadership and values driving growth, we invite you to bring your professional skills and passion to our motivated team.

About the role

genU’s Employment Pathways team draws upon its dedicated and experienced workforce who have specialist expertise in both employment and facilitating social inclusion to tailor innovative and creative supports to suit the needs of individuals along their journey to employment.

The Employment Pathways Coordinator will oversee a series of activities that can be packaged into ‘employment pathways’ options for people with a disability. The supports include the School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) and Individual Employment Pathways.

The activities may include assessing the pre-employment and employment needs of people with disabilities, assisting with employment related capacity building, preparing them for work, assisting them to achieve employment and supporting them to maintain employment. This may be completed with individuals or within a group.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in disability, community services, employment services or a related field
• Strong commitment to inclusion of people with disabilities within the community
• Excellent communication skills and the demonstrated ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong time management skills and a flexible attitude to post responsibilities.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Excellent computer skills including familiarity with MS applications – word, outlook, excel and databases;
• Proven ability to prepare and present written and verbal reports

Employee Benefits

• Generous salary packaging options
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Program including financial assistance and dietician services
• Work for an organisation passionate about providing high quality support and care
• Ongoing training and support provided
• Career development opportunities
• Paid parental leave for primary carers after 12 months of employment