Youth Coach - Get Set for Work

IMPACT Community Services Limited (IMPACT) is a high profile, community owned organisation supporting the most vulnerable and marginalised members of our community. Since 1978, we have been supporting local people experiencing disadvantage, poverty and exclusion. Our vision is to improve lives. IMPACT is also a Child Safe Organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

The most important part of our business model and the reason for our success is quite simply our staff. To further support organisational growth and our community service in the Bundaberg region we are now looking to employ a suitably qualified Case Worker for a 12 month period that is as passionate about creating social change as we are…

What are we looking for ...

• A Youth Coach who can advocate, facilitate, deliver group activities, training and placement support.
• A Youth Coach who supports clients to engage in society and set goals.
• A Youth Coach who can effectively coordinate and support youth with pathways into mainstream training, leading to further education and employment.

All about You ...

• You are an energetic and passionate Youth Coach.
• You have experience working within the youth sector.
• You can effectively communicate with young people.
• You can coordinate clients in a supportive manner to engage into mainstream training, leading to further education and employment.

Why IMPACT?

• 9 day fortnight so enjoy a long weekend every second week
• Salary packaging up to $18,500 per year to increase your take home pay
• Birthday bonus day off
• Paid 2 hours per month to donate to a worthy cause of your choice
• Opportunities for advancement with our 'grow your own' approach
• Professional development by participating in internal and external training
• Reimbursement of Working With Children and NDIS screening cards

If you are ready for a change and think that you would like to work with a strong team, who are passionate about what they do and have fun along the way, then this could be the opportunity for you!

To find out more, view download the Position Description

How to apply

Submit your application today and provide your:

• Cover letter showing us why you are a great match for this role
• Current Resume

IMPACT welcomes all applications, including from Indigenous Australians, people with a lived experience of mental health concerns and recovery, a disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

We believe that diversity in our workplace makes us stronger and we provide equal opportunity to all. IMPACT is proud to be an INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER 2022-2023 with the Diversity Council Australia. Selection for all vacancies is made on the basis of merit. 

The successful applicant will be required to obtain background checks prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check, an NDIS Worker Screening clearance and proof of Covid-19 vaccinations.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you have experience working with young people with complex needs?
• Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
• Have you completed a qualification in community services?