Careers at yourtown

• Salary packaging benefits that greatly increase take home pay
• Supportive team environment, values based organisation
• Immediate Start! Located at Launceston, TAS

At yourtown, we believe every young person has the right to a brighter future and aim to be part of the solution by delivering services that get results. Our services include Kids Helpline, training and employment services for young people, parent education and specialist accommodation for families. We are one of the largest not-for-profit providers of services for young people in Australia with sites across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Tasmania. The community with yourtown’s Art Unions funds most of what we do. At yourtown you will be part of the solution.

As a Placement Consultant you will provide tailored employment related services to young people, aimed at assisting them to achieve ongoing employment outcomes consistent with their individual needs and abilities. This role is located in Launceston Tasmania, covering the Northern Tasmanian cluster and you must be prepared to work across this cluster as/if required.

This is a challenging but very rewarding position that requires you to be resilient, take accountability for achieving results  and above all, you need to be passionate about helping vulnerable young people achieve a brighter future through sustainable and meaningful outcomes.

This is a full time position with an immediate start available for the successful person.

Consultants will undertake activities such as:

• Group facilitation
• Individual assessments and service/program referrals
• Ability to meet and exceed KPI’s consistently
• Cold Calling and Key Stakeholder Engagement
• Post placement support

Successful Applicants will:

• Be passionate - this isn't just a job - it's a career and mission choice; applicants should have a genuine interest in enhancing the lives of young people by focusing on their strengths and abilities
• Be innovative with ideas and approaches to working and engaging with young people
• Be computer literate with sound skills in MS Office
• Great at employer engagement - your customer service skills are second to none;
• Experienced in employment services, training or case management and have a solid understanding of the local labour market.

At yourtown our town is your town. We’re all about people, how we work with each other and the hundreds and thousands we care for each year. We take the time to listen, understand and encourage people to find their place. We offer attractive employment conditions including access to salary packaging arrangements and paid parental leave. Find your place at yourtown.

Contact: Sharlene Chand – Talent Acquisition Specialist on 07 3867 1208

Closing Date: Friday 6th March 2020

It is anticipated that initial screening will commence during this time and interviews will be held in quick succession to the closing date.

To apply, and for a full Position Description please visit: www.yourtown.com.au

All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a Working with Children Check and a National Criminal History Check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

In line with yourtown's diverse workplace culture, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.