EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Community Solutions Inc is a unique organisation which recognises the significant and sustainable outcomes that can be achieved when the resources of communities, business, government and individuals are brought together to target issues of concern and opportunity.

Established in 1991 and incorporated in 1996, Community Solutions Inc has developed to become a highly successful and effective community based organisation that specialises in the development and delivery of innovative and sustainable projects and services.  These programs and services are primarily provided to individuals who are significantly disadvantaged and require direct relief and support.

With a highly professional Board, management team and committed and skilled staff, Community Solutions Inc provides the ideal vehicle for government departments, local councils and businesses to work with communities to create sustainable benefits for individuals and target groups.

Community Solutions Inc has a diverse range of skills, experience and resources to support projects and services for individuals and communities throughout Queensland, Australia and Asia. Our commitment to provide innovative, sustainable and effective outcomes for individuals and communities is a key feature of our service delivery.

Some of the projects and services Community Solutions Inc provides include:

•  Case Management Services

•  Training and Employment

•  Public Health Services

•  Research and Evaluation Services

•  Events, Sport and Recreation

•  Public Safety Services

•  Project Management 

YOUTH PATHWAYS COORDINATOR - Bundaberg Region

Bundaberg

Full-time position

SACS Level 5 with a car package included

Travel within the service region required

The Youth Pathways program is an initiative of the Australian Government funded through the Department of Education, Employment and Work Relations. The program aims to assist young people aged 13 - 19 years who are most at risk of not making a successful transition to reach their full potential by keeping them engaged or re-engaging them with education or training.

The successful applicant may possess qualifications in education, human services or social science and have previous experience in case management with the client group.  The successful applicant will also have an acute awareness of school/learning environments and career development processes.

Experience and commitment to working within a motivated and integrated youth service team is essential.

BACKGROUND

Youth Pathways is an initiative of the Australian Government as part of it's commitment to enhancing the skills of all young Australians and to the continued development of an integrated national career and transitions system. The Australian Network of Industry Careers Advisers (ANICA) is a major platform assisting all young Australians to make a successful transition from school to an enduring career. Youth Pathways will complement ANICA by providing intensive personalised assistance and support to those young people identified as being the most at risk of not making a successful transition.

Participants will receive personalised assistance including assessment, ongoing support and guidance to help overcome barriers to effective participation in education, training or employment service programs.

The key objective of the Youth Pathways Program is to retain or re-engage participants in the school environment through to completion of Year 12 or its equivalent or alternatively engage them in non school-based education, vocational learning and training.

An enthusiastic, skilled and/or committed person is required to develop linkages and support between schools, alternative education providers and community organisations; enhance access to existing and new services for young people to assist in resolving issues that contribute to the risk of not making a successful transition from school to an enduring career.

The successful applicant will be well organised and outcome driven with an empathy for young people. The successful applicant will also possess advanced communication, interpersonal, literacy and computer skills to plan and develop strategies to assist individual clients.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants must address the followig Key Selection Criteria, providing relevant examples.  Responses should be limited up to 1 page per criteria.

1. Evidence of tertiary studies and/or professional experience in Education, Social Science, Human Services or related fields
2. Demonstrated experience with and skills in case management of clients, particularly young people, inlcuding the ability to provide assistance and appropriate referrals to young people and their families to resolve issues contributing to the risk of disengaging prematurely from learning or training
3. Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative structures, linking mechanisms and referral networks between schools, training providers and relevant youth, Government, business and community services
4. Current or recent involvement in community and/or education activities and evidence of existing links with eduction, training, employment and community networks within the Wide Bay - Burnett District or other similar regions
5. Excellent administration skills and a strong knowledge of Windows based progams including Workd, Excel and Outlook
6. Ability to work autonomously and in a dynamic team environment whilst producing a high level of quality output and outcomes

A full resume, referees and address of the above selection criteria is required to be received by close of business Wednesday, 27 August 2008 at:

Youth Pathways Coordinator

Community Solutions Inc

PO Box 1662

Bundaberg  Qld  4670

Applicants requiring additional information prior to submitting an application are asked to email enquiries to David Facer - dfacer@community-solutions.com.au.

COORDINATOR EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING - WIDE BAY

Hervey Bay

Full-time Position

Remuneration package from $50,000 negotiable (including car package to the value of $7,000)

Travel within the service region will be required

Community Solutions Inc is seeking to employ a skilled and motivated Coordinator - Employment and Training to develop, coordinate and support employment and training programs in the Wide Bay area. This includes staff supervision and performance management, service reporting and implementation of appropriate service policies and protocols compliant with funding agency requirements.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in the provision of state and federal government funded accredited training and employment assistance programs and a current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, or equivalent is desirable.

This position will operate within a team environment.  Existing training and employment programs include components of funded work placements, accredited training and employment assistance, with a particular focus on mature aged.

The successful applicant will be highly motivated, well organised and able to demonstrate the ability to meet and exceed required service outcomes.  The successful applicant will possess advanced communication, interpersonal, literacy and computer skills to plan and develop strategies to coordinate training and employment programs, liaise with stakeholders, support participants, develop reports and supervise staff.

The applicant will be able to operate effectively within and contribute to a broader organisation and team environment.  Due to service requirements, a car package will be required.  This will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

It is proposed that the successful applicant will assume a leadership role within the organisation through the development of new areas of service delivery within the training and employment market. This will be achieved through the development of a highly effective training and employment team. Therefore, demonstrated skills and previous experience in developing and leading a positive service team is a key requirement.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants must address the following key selection criteria, providing relevant examples.  Responses should be limited to 1 page only per selection criteria.

1. Demonstrated experience and skills in the development and provision of government funded training and employment programs along with a detailed understanding of accredited training and reporting requirements
2. Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative processes, service networks and partnerships across government, business and community sectors applicable to the provision of training and employment programs
3. Demonstrated contacts and networks with the Wide Bay region that are relevant to support the development and implementation of training and employment services
4. Demonstrated skills and experience in developing and leading a service team and contributing to a broader organisational environment
5. Excellent administration skills and a strong knowledge of Windows based programs including Microsoft Office and Outlook

A full resume and address of the selection criteria is required to be received by close of business Wednesday, 13 August 2008.

Coordinator Training and Employment - Wide Bay

Community Solutions Inc

PO Box 3407

PIALBA QLD 4655

Applicants requiring additional information prior to submitting an application are asked to email enquiries to meverett@community-solutions.com.au .

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