Youth Employment Specialist

Mission Australia

Palmerston, NT, Australia
$81,987 + super + nfp salary pyckaging benefits
Engage and motivate young people
Develop tailored job plans
Facilitate employability workshops
Transition to Work is a highly successful, life‑changing program supporting young people aged 15 to 24 as they move toward sustainable employment or further education

Job Summary

  • Transition to Work is a highly successful, life‑changing program supporting young people aged 15 to 24 as they move toward sustainable employment or further education.
  • As a Youth Employment Specialist, you will champion advocacy, empowerment, and culturally safe practice, fostering trust and motivation in a voluntary service environment.
  • We provide a range of employee benefits including not-for-profit salary packaging, free external confidential counselling, and extra leave opportunities.

Matching Summary

Transition to Work is a highly successful, life‑changing program supporting young people aged 15 to 24 as they move toward sustainable employment or further education.

Salary

$81,987 + super + NFP salary packaging benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Engage and motivate young people
  • Develop tailored Job Plans
  • Facilitate employability workshops
  • Liaise with employers and training providers
  • Provide post-placement support

Nice-to-have

  • Culturally safe practice
  • Resilience and adaptability
  • Youth-positive manner
  • Innovative and inclusive culture

Key Requirements

  • 1+ year experience desirable
  • Full driver licence
  • Clearance to work with children/vulnerable people

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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