Youth Engagement Coordinator

Work It Out Program | Connect Northern Rivers

We’re looking for a Youth Engagement Coordinator to join our Coffs Harbour team in a temporary parental leave cover position, anticipated to run for 12 months.

Help young people take their next steps towards education, training and employment.

We’re looking for a Youth Engagement Coordinator who can build genuine connections with young people, understand their goals and provide practical support to help them move forward.

Based in Coffs Harbour, you’ll deliver our Work It Out program, supporting young people aged 15 to 21 to reconnect with education, employment or further training and stay engaged for 26 weeks.

About the role

You’ll work alongside young people and their families to understand what matters to them, identify barriers and develop individual career and transition plans.

Your role will include:

* Providing individual case management and ongoing practical support.

* Helping young people address challenges affecting their participation in education, training or work.

* Connecting young people and their families with appropriate support services.

* Building relationships with schools, training providers, community organisations and other youth services.

* Working with employers to create opportunities for work experience, apprenticeships, traineeships and employment.

* Promoting the program and encouraging referrals across the region.

* Keeping accurate records of participant progress and the support provided.

About you

We’re looking for someone who:





* Builds trust and connects well with young people and their families.

* Takes a practical, respectful approach to helping people work through challenges.

* Can support young people to set goals and take achievable steps towards them.

* Communicates clearly and builds positive relationships with employers and community partners.

* Manages their workload and maintains accurate records.

* Is comfortable travelling throughout the Coffs Coast and North Coast region.

Position details

* Location: Based in Coffs Harbour, with regular regional travel.

* Employment type: Part time, 48 to 72 hours per fortnight.

* Classification: Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award, Level 3, Pay Point 4.

* Reports to: Program Manager.

* Salary sacrifice options are available through our registered charity status.

About Connect Northern Rivers

At Connect Northern Rivers, we value a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. This is an prospect to contribute to a community program that helps young people build confidence, explore their options and work towards their goals.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Apply through SEEK with your resume and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience would help you succeed in this role.

Interviews will be held on 4 and 5 November, with a strong preference for candidates to attend face to face.

For questions about the position, please contact Aron, Program Manager, on 0477 885 ***.

📌 Youth Engagement Coordinator - Parental Leave Cover (Coffs Harbour)
🏢 CONNECT Northern Rivers
📍 Coffs Harbour