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Life at Vinnies
At Vinnies, we are what we do. We believe in making a difference. We are one of Queensland’s most-loved charitable organisations and are committed to leading with our values and mission at heart. We work together to build a legacy that we can be proud of, supporting those in need within our communities. Our companions are why our journey started, striving to shape a more just and compassionate society. Our employees, members and volunteers are the reason our journey continues, and why we will succeed.
What we can offer you
- Work with a purpose – not your average organisation and not your average role!
- Competitive hourly rate and excellent employment benefits under our Employee Agreement
- Salary packaging arrangements – helping you save on tax
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program – our employees are our most valuable asset
- A welcoming and inclusive environment where you’ll always feel part of a team
Your role
The Client Training & Employment Officer is responsible for sourcing and supporting employment, training and educational opportunities for clients from multiple Housing and Homelessness programs operating across Southeast Queensland. They will provide practical support including a range of job search activities, training, education and skill development. The position will develop positive and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, working towards establishing pathways for clients to effectively access education, and/or employment in the community. All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with policies, procedures and philosophy of the Society under the general supervision of the Program Manager.
Society’s mission and values
The Society is a lay Catholic organisation that aspires to live the gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice, hope and joy, and by working to shape a more just and compassionate society.
Commitment, compassion, respect, integrity, empathy, advocacy and courage are our values. We work together in an environment where our people have a shared understanding of how we behave towards each other, the individuals and communities we serve, our supporters and all those we are in contact with through our good works.
Key responsibilities
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- Provide clients with practical support to develop employability skills, find employment, apply for further education, and/or undertake training.
- Develop and deliver information sessions in a group setting on topics pertaining to clients obtaining employment, or undertaking further study.
- Collaborate with other members of the team to create, prepare, and deliver workshops addressing specific needs identified in specialist areas (e.g. mental health, DFV, AOD, parenting, budgeting etc.) based on strategic goals
- Coordinate and lead collaboration with other members of team to ensure support provided to clients is consistent with goals specified in case plans.
- Engage effectively with clients to promote education, training, and employment opportunities while taking the lead on implementing these strategies.
- Develop and implement a structured feedback process to facilitate continuous improvement in client engagement practices and contribute to the establishment of relevant procedures.
- Complete all administration tasks, including case notes, responding to queries, and reporting, in a timely manner and in accordance with service-specific procedures.
- Undertake other duties, which are assigned from time to time by your manager.
- In all duties, comply with the behavioural expectations set out in the Vinnies’s Code of Conduct, and our policies and procedures.
- Comply with their WHS duties and responsibilities in accordance with the document WHS Directive: WHS Roles and Responsibilities, and the WHS Act 2011
