Formulate and implement strategies for the referral, recruitment and engagement of participants into the Work Preparation Program SQW including Get Set for Work (GSFW) and Community Work Skills (CWS) program.

yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.

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your opportunity

Based at Kingston, and working with the Work Preparation team, this role has responsibility for formulating and implementing strategies for the referral, recruitment and engagement of participants into the Work Preparation Program SQW including Get Set for Work (GSFW) and Community Work Skills (CWS) program.

Your role will include:

• building and maintaining strong partnerships with community, business and government stakeholders to create referral pathways for young people 
• developing and delivering targeted community engagement and outreach activities to attract participants into programs 
• promoting programs through information sessions, events and marketing activities to increase awareness and participation 
• assessing young people’s eligibility, strengths and barriers, and connecting them with appropriate supports and opportunities
• maintaining accurate records, tracking engagement outcomes and contributing to program targets and continuous improvement

what we are looking for

You are passionate about empowering young people and understand the importance of connection, community and opportunity. You bring a proactive and creative approach to engagement, with the ability to build trusted relationships and deliver outcomes in a dynamic environment.

You will bring:

• passion, commitment and belief in young people
• experience in community engagement, outreach or recruitment  and delivering promotional or marketing activities
• strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and young people
• well-developed organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and young people

your benefits

When you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe, inclusive, and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation.  We are a resilient, resourceful, and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.

your employment experience will include:

• salary sacrifice options to increase your take home pay
• ability to negotiate flexible work hours and work arrangements
• opportunities for internal and external professional development
• free access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16,000 learning modules
• a genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
• yourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr Apps
• access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you & members of your immediate family
• access to discounted private health insurance, banking and finance, insurance, and superannuation through our partner organisations
• an environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer

How to Apply

To view the full Position Description please visit here. 

Contact: Kerry Smith - Talent Specialist on 0732147514 / [email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Officer - SQW - Kingston enquiry via EthicalJobs.

yourtown has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all, for all. 

yourtown is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.

At yourtown, everybody belongs. We welcome, celebrate, and support a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents the communities in which we work.