Overview
Youth Engagement Worker (Back on Track) - Student Support -
Department for Education, Children and Young People · Schools and Early Years · Student Support
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 05 October, :55 PM AEST
Award/Classification
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 4
$83,011 to $95,547 per annum
Employment type
Fixed-term, full-time
Region
South
Role purpose
Work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a coaching and support service which assists young people and their families to re-engage with the educational system. The incumbent will build and maintain relationships with young people and their families, and contribute to improving transition, attendance and retention. The role will build capacity in young people and increase their participation in educational and training programs.
The Team
The Back on Track (BoT) Team undertakes meaningful outreach with young people who have not transitioned from year 10 to year 11 and/or 12 and are not currently meeting the requirements of the Education Act (2016). The primary purpose of the team is to support young people to navigate their barriers to learning to assist them to re-engage in education or training. BoT encompasses three regional and multi-disciplinary teams with offices in Hobart, Launceston, and Burnie, supporting students across the state. The team includes Advanced Skills Teachers (AST), Social Workers, and Youth Workers.
Back on Track aims to:
- Reconnect with young people who are not currently enrolled and assist them to re-engage in education or training.
- Identify and navigate barriers to engagement using an assertive outreach approach.
- Connect young people with appropriate services and supports to develop skills for independence.
- Provide reasonable gradual release monitoring and support for those re-engaged into a learning pathway.
Benefits access includes:
- A multidisciplinary team and connection to the broader Student Support team
- A government car for outreach
- Individual and whole-team professional learning
- Supervision and extensive wellbeing services within DECYP
About the Role
Work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a coaching and support service which assists young people and their families to re-engage with the educational system. The incumbent will build and maintain relationships with young people and their families, and contribute to improving transition, attendance and retention. The role will build capacity in young people and increase their participation in educational and training programs.
We are offering
- ASAP for 12 months
- 73.5 hours per fortnight
- We are a child-secure organisation
- Pathways to grow your career
Fitness Passport provides DECYP employees with discounted access to 50+ facilities across the state, helping you and your family meet your fitness goals.
Wellbeing Connect is DECYP’s pathway to free confidential counselling services. Wellbeing Connect supports your wellbeing every day – staying on track and building healthy habits.
Note: For twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.
We are looking for
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
- A Current Driver’s Licence
- A Cert IV in Youth Work, Community Services or equivalent
Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.
Statement of Duties and how to apply
- a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
- a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
- a valid email address for communications
- Contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager)
We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Applications should be submitted online by the closing date, 11:30 PM AEDT.
For more information
Should you have difficulties applying online, contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment at +61 or
Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.
About DECYP
Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning. The child is at the centre of everything we do. Our values – Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility – guide our culture and actions.
We attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values-based culture.
We bring these values to life through everyday behaviours and actions.
Application tips
- Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
- Speak to the Contact Officer if you have questions.
- Submit your application including any documents specified in the vacancy notice.
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