Youth Coach

Role Overview

Located at the Coomera office, this impactful position involves assisting young individuals aged 15 to 24 in overcoming obstacles, developing skills, and finding enduring pathways into education, training, or job opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish trust and engagement with youth referred from Centrelink, community groups, and other sources.
• Evaluate participants for program eligibility.
• Handle a caseload through personalized coaching, group sessions, digital communication, and referrals to specialists.
• Create and update tailored Education and Employment Plans reflecting each participant's aspirations, strengths, and challenges.
• Partner with employers, educational institutions, and community organizations to facilitate meaningful opportunities.
• Engage local businesses to secure sustainable employment and training placements.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with Transition to Work (TtW) and DESE program standards.

Candidate Profile

• Background in case management, employment services, youth work, mentoring, or community involvement.
• Strong interpersonal abilities with capacity to connect across diverse communities.
• Proven problem-solving aptitude.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills demonstrated with a respectful and empathetic demeanor.
• Insight into local job markets and challenges youth encounter in securing employment.
• High proficiency with digital tools, meticulous with records and data accuracy.

About MEGT

MEGT is an Australian not-for-profit organization dedicated to launching careers since 1982, with a strong commitment to a supportive and inclusive workplace culture as evidenced by multiple Great Place to Work certifications.

Employee Benefits

• 14 weeks paid parental leave after six months of service.
• $500 referral bonus via My Benefits voucher.
• Three paid days off during the Christmas period.
• Options to purchase or cash out additional annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
• Access to pro-rata long service leave following seven years of employment.
• Availability of salary packaging (non-PBI).
• Support for professional growth and educational pursuits.
• Discounts on travel, retail, entertainment, and health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program including access to Nurse on Call services.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

MEGT values diversity and commits to an equitable, safe, and inclusive environment for all applicants including women, First Nations peoples, veterans, persons with disabilities, and individuals from minority groups.

Application Information

To pursue this opportunity, submit your application directly. Assistance with applications or alternative formats can be requested by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email or phone.