At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower young people by providing support in education, training, and employment.
- Company: Join a passionate not-for-profit dedicated to youth opportunities on the mid-north coast.
- Benefits: Enjoy meaningful work, professional development, and flexible working conditions.
- Other info: Access to resources like a laptop, mobile phone, and pool vehicle for travel.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of local youth aged 15-21.
- Qualifications: Experience in youth programs and strong relationship-building skills required.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Are you passionate about empowering young people to achieve their education, training, and employment goals? We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated person to be part of our team as a Pathways Support Officer at Mid Coast Connect.
About Us
Mid Coast Connect is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating opportunities for youth across the mid-north coast region, from Nambucca to Bulahdelah. Through programs designed to support young people in their transition from school to further education, training, and employment, we foster lasting impact and positive change.
About the Role
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and community-minded person eager to make a difference in the lives of young people aged 15-21. This role involves providing practical support, tutorial assistance, and learning support to young people through flexible hub activities, individual assistance, and group-based work-readiness programs. They will be responsible for providing a welcoming and supportive environment where young people can access assistance when required.
As the Pathways Support Officer, you will:
- Assist with resumes, cover letters and job applications.
- Provide tutorial and learning support.
- Help support participants to complete coursework and assessment tasks.
- Support job searches and online applications.
- Assist with TFNs, USIs, Medicare, myGov and banking services, etc.
- Deliver employability and work readiness workshops.
- Support flexible learning and career hubs.
- Record participant progress using our CRM system.
- Work collaboratively with Youth Pathways Coordinators and community partners.
- Travel within the service region.
Why Join Us
At Mid Coast Connect, we believe that every young person deserves a chance to succeed. As a Pathways Support Officer, you’ll have a pivotal role in shaping the future for local young people.
Here’s what we offer:
- Meaningful Work: Implement programs that truly make a difference by helping young people overcome obstacles and reach their potential.
- Community Engagement: Collaborate and build relationships with key stakeholders in the region to provide education, training, and employment outcomes for young people.
- Autonomy and Accountability: Manage your daily workload independently while delivering high-quality support to young people and contributing to the success of the program.
- Resources and Support: Benefit from a laptop, mobile phone, access to our pool vehicle for travel, and opportunities for professional development.
- Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Annual Christmas/New Year shutdown, and optional salary packaging to boost your take-home pay.
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- Proven experience in youth, education, training, and/or employment programs.
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with young people through mentoring, coaching and strengths-based support.
- Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to influence, motivate, and build relationships with young people and community stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, support multiple participants, maintain accurate records, and meet program objectives.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with solid administration skills and computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Office and basic database systems.
- A current full driver’s licence, National Police Check, and Working with Children Check.
Terms and Conditions
The position is based at Port Macquarie and involves regular travel throughout the region between Nambucca Valley and Manning Valley, with access to a pool vehicle for work-related trips. A full (unrestricted) driver’s licence is required. This is a salaried position with employment conditions as per the Labour Market Assistance Industry Award 2020. Ongoing employment will be subject to satisfactory performance in the position, contractual obligations, business demand, and the availability of ongoing funding for the position. Flexibility and a willingness to contribute to team-based practices are expected, including occasional attendance at meetings and events outside regular business hours. Preferred applicants will undergo employment screening due to Child Protection Legislation.
Pathways Support Officer in Port Macquarie employer: Mid Coast Connect
At Mid Coast Connect, we are committed to empowering young people across the mid-north coast region, making us an exceptional employer for those passionate about youth development. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and community engagement, while offering meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development. With resources like a laptop, mobile phone, and access to a pool vehicle, you will have the tools needed to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
