VPG is a leading non-profit organisation committed to improving child and youth transitions. VPG is looking for dynamic and energetic staff to deliver our Australian and State Government Youth Transition Programs. To find out more about VPG visit www.vpginc.com.au
The Opportunity
VPG has an opportunity for a Youth Engagement Worker (Indigenous Identified) to join our Cairns Team. This position is part-time for a fixed term period of 1 year.
In this role, you will identify and engage young people 15-21 years, supporting them towards achieving their aspirations. Your role is about building relationships and promoting the collaboration and engagement of community to progress young peoples opportunities. You will highly resilient, have excellent interpersonal skills and genuinely enjoy helping young people achieve success.
The Benefits
VPG is offering a remuneration package consisting of salary ( Up to $55,000) + super pro rata and the opportunity to increase the value of your take-home pay with NFP salary sacrifice options.
You will also be provided with the opportunity for ongoing professional development and supervision within a highly experienced team.
Mandatory Role Requirements
1. To identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (this is viewed as a genuine occupational requirement)
2. Certificate III or IV in Youth Services, Community Services or similar. (Life experience is not sufficient to meet this requirement)
3. Current QLD Drivers Licence (Transporting of young people is required)
4. Suitability Card for Child Related Employment & Clear Federal Police Check
These are mandatory role requirements and applications that must address these requirements to be considered.
VPG considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under S25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (QLD).
If you possess the above criteria and are interested in applying, please click on the Apply Now button to submit your updated resume
