Opendoor (formerly WCIG) is a community-driven, not-for-profit organisation creating opportunities forpeople facing barriers to inclusion and employment. Each year, we support thousands of peopleacross Australia with practical, tailored programs spanning employment, disability support, youth,allied health and social enterprise. We believe in improving lives through dignity and choice – and we’re growing our team to supporteven more people to realise their potential.
About the role
In this full-time role as Youth Employment Coach, you’ll play a key role in supporting young Aboriginaland or Torres Strait Islander people aged 15 – 24 across North West Melbourne & Barwon region to move into employmentand education. Working from the Geelong office, you’ll do this by delivering personalised support,building strong community and employer relationships and promoting cultural safety and connection inall aspects of your work.You will be responsible for :
Provid ing tailored career and education coaching to Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islanderyoung people
- Deliver ing strengths-based, person-centred case management
- Identify ing and address ing work and non-work barriers by linking participants with relevantcommunity supports
- Collaborat ing with employers to create meaningful and culturally safe employment opportunities
- Support ing participants to succeed in work or study through job search, training, apprenticeships and internships
- Deliver ing post-placement support to sustain employment outcomes
- Maintain ing accurate records and meet ing performance targets aligned to program guidelines
This is a hands-on role with a mix of site-based and outreach activity across the region. Experience working with First Nations youth is essential to your success in this role.
About you
You are someone with a passion for walking alongside young people and helping them take stepstoward a better future. You understand the importance of cultural identity, community connection andthe impact of employment on a young person’s life.
Ideally y ou will have:
- Lived experience working with Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander young people
- A Certificate IV or higher in Youth Work, Community Services or a related field – or awillingness to work towards this within 12 months
- Confidence working to targets and a passion for creating real opportunities
- Experience engaging and mentoring young people, ideally in employment, education orcommunity settings
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work flexibly across outreach locations
- A valid Driver’s Licence
We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and strive to create a workplace where allemployees have the prospect to thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/orTorres Strait Islander individuals and people with disabilities. If you need any support please email
[email protected],au
Applicants must be Australian citizens,permanent residents, or have the right to work in Australia. Opendoor is committed to child safety, with zero tolerance for child abuse. Our rigorous recruitmentand vetting processes including Working with Children, National Police Check, and reference checksensure we employ qualified and experienced individuals who share our commitment to safeguardingchildren.
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📌 Youth Coach (Geelong)
🏢 Opendoor
📍 Geelong