Social Justice and Youth Coordinator
Job No:
VIN822
Location:
Wentworthville
- Full-time position based in Wentworthville
- Involves occasional evening and weekend work
- Current NSW Driver’s Licence
About the Organisation
The St Vincent de Paul Society is a member and volunteer based organisation that has been assisting people experiencing disadvantage in NSW for more than 130 years. The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services and has close to 100 Special Works across the State in the areas of homelessness, mental health, disability, financial counselling, supported accommodation, food provision, refugees and migrants and addiction counselling. Our work is funded by all levels of government, the generous support we receive from the community and our 250 Retail Centres across NSW.
The Society’s Mission, Vision, Aspiration, and Key Values http://www.vinnies.org.au/page/About/Mission__Vision .
The Parramatta Central Council
The Parramatta Central Council of the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW (PCC) covers a large area from Parramatta to Blackheath, Warragamba to Richmond taking in a number of Local Government areas. With as many as 100 cultures represented in the area, the demand for assistance is growing and diverse in nature. PCC is divided into 5 Regional Councils: 47 Conferences; 480 Conference members; 22 Vinnies Stores, 4 Special Works (including pathways to education, social work, advocacy and other programs) and over 1600 volunteers.
The Role
The Social Justice and Youth Coordinator is responsible for supporting the social justice and youth programs of the Parramatta Central Council through a wide range of activities and engagement with school partners, university partners and the wider public. This role will play an important part in the promotion of the Society's good works within the Western Sydney community and in building a broad support base that will ensure the growth of its various programs. The position will also be responsible for the management of a large pool of volunteers across several programs, including recruitment, training, and providing ongoing support. Read more about this role.
To be successful in this role, you will need
- Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in relevant field including social policy, youth work, community development or education
- Experience working with young people
- Program or project management experience
- Knowledge of the community sector, social policy, and social justice issues in Australia such as homelessness
- Excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
- Capacity to work independently and within a team
- Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite and databases
- Capacity to adhere to the ethos and mission of the Society
- Adhere to all Society WHS policies and procedures and meet WHS legal obligations
- Current NSW Drivers’ Licence
What we offer
- By joining one of Australia’s largest and leading charities, you will be working in an organisation which makes a real difference to people’s lives.
- The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is proud to offer generous salary packaging benefits to employees where a portion of take-home pay is tax-free.
- Training and development opportunities
Employment Conditions
The conditions of employment are governed by the Social Community Home Care & Disability Services Award (SCHCADS). The position is classified as Level 4 and hourly rate range from $31.05.
Pre-employment Clearances
Prior to an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks that include two (2) reference checks, a Health Declaration and National Criminal History Check. You will also be required to present evidence of right to work in Australia.
The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. Prior to employment, you will be required to have a Working with Children Check, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People .
How to Apply:
Applications will include the following:
- A cover letter with Claims to the Essential Criteria:
Please explain how your skills, qualifications and experience meet the Essential Criteria. Also provide information on why you are applying for this role. - Current curriculum vitae: This will include your qualifications & trainings; work history with a brief description of duties for each role; Referees - at least two (2) e.g. persons you report to who can comment on your work experience. Please provide name and contact details (work and mobile phone numbers; email address). Or please be prepared to provide details when requested.
To apply, follow the prompts below - answer the questions and attach your documents.
If you have questions about this role, please email to Anna Ashenden (Social Justice and Community Engagement Manager) anna.ashenden@vinnies.org.au with subject line Social Justice and Youth Coordinator / VIN822. Questions about the application process, email to hr@vinnies.org.au.
Applications close at 11:30 pm on 19 February 2018
St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The Society is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. The Society strongly encourages applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and mature aged applicants.