Youth Workshop Facilitator - Gympie

About Us

Enterprise & Training Company Limited (ETC) is a leading not for profit provider in employment, training and business services, operating for over 35 years with a delivery footprint across New South Wales and Queensland. We are innovative, progressive and committed to making a positive difference in our communities in which we operate.

We currently have an opportunity for a passionate individual to join our team as Youth Workshop Facilitator – Fixed Term 12 months (Parental Leave Coverage) within our Transition to Work contract in Gympie.

The Role - A Day in the Life of a Youth Workshop Facilitator

As a Youth Workshop Facilitator, you will be responsible for providing intensive, pre-employment support to improve the work readiness of young people and to help them into work or education. This role’s focus is to develop and facilitate Transition to Work activities and resources to provide facilitated group workshops to assist participants in reaching their employment and training goals.

Your Key Responsibilities will include:

• Develop and facilitate group Transition to Work activities and related resources
• Develop, maintain, update, and enhance a suite of activities and online facilities for participants
• Create an environment of trust, where participants feel connected, unique and respected and provide opportunity for youth input into services delivered
• Train, mentor and coach participants in group programs, including motivational workshops, job search and work readiness programs, industry/employer information sessions, youth-led projects, life skills workshops
• Develop and deliver sufficient group activities to support a highly individualised program (25-hrs per week participation) for each participant. Support as required the identification and/or establishment of other activities making up the service mix for participants such as accredited training and engagement with external programs – working with Youth Advisors, Workforce Australia, and RTO staff
• Working with TtW Recruitment Advisors, Youth Advisors and Youth Engagement Advisors, facilitate connections between young people and employers, educational institutions and community organisations to achieve employment, education, training and work experience placements

Criteria for Success

• Demonstrated experience in working with youth to achieve employment and education outcomes
• Demonstrated experience in workshop facilitation and administration
• Highly developed intrapersonal, liaison assessment and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated ability to connect with a diverse range of people
• Passionate about creating new employment opportunities for young people
• Outcome focused with a commitment and capacity to achieve genuine employment and training outcomes for clients against KPI’s
• A recent, clear National Police Check
• A current Working With Children Check / QLD Blue Card
• A current Drivers Licence

Please review the full Position Description for further details on the role.

Why work for ETC

We pride ourselves on offering a positive work culture and environment for employees to achieve their best. We offer a broad range of benefits including;

• Above Awards and competitive salaries
• Salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• An extra week of paid leave after 5 years of service
• A variety of flexible working arrangements on offer to suit individual needs, including compressed work weeks, varied start & finish times, Monthly Accrued Day off (ADO).
• Working from home options if applicable to the role
• Paid day off for your Birthday after probation, Blood Donor, and Community Services Leave
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carers (3 weeks secondary carers)
• Innovative staff reward and recognition program including paid days off
• Health & wellbeing initiatives including discounted Private Health insurance and free annual flu vaccination
• Discounted accommodation and travel offers
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development including completion of accredited qualifications and leadership programs.
• Access to free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

We consider our employees as the heartbeat of our organisation. If you’re interested a rewarding career where you can enrich and change people's lives, we want to hear from you!

How to apply:

Click the 'Apply Now' button and upload your Resume and Cover Letter (saved as ONE document) to our recruitment portal.

Applications must be submitted through ETC’s recruitment portal to be considered for the role. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

Applications close:

Sunday, 13 April 2025 at 11:59 pm. Please be advised that ETC reserves the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is identified prior to the close date.

More Information:

If you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Joshua Wynyard, Operations Manager TtW on josh.wynyard@etcltd.com.au

For more information about ETC please visit https://etcltd.com.au/.

Our Culture

We are an equal opportunity employer and promote great working conditions. ETC respects diversity in all people and actively encourages applications from all minority groups. We believe that a diverse workforce not only reflects the communities we serve, but also leads to better outcomes for our employees, customers and stakeholders.

Our robust recruitment practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interview process. Applicants should be aware that ETC carries out a variety of checks including, reference checks and compulsory psychometric assessments throughout the shortlisting process. A current National Police Check and Working With Children Check or Blue Card must be provided prior to commencing employment.

ETC is committed to providing a safe environment in which children’s rights, needs and interests are met. We create a culture, adopt strategies and take action to promote child safety and wellbeing and prevent harm to children and young people. ETC is committed to implementing practices in keeping with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any accommodations or adjustments, please let us know via email human.resources@etcltd.com.au and we will work with you to meet your specific needs.

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