At MEGT, we are a proud Australian not-for-profit thats helped over one million people kickstart amazing careers since 1982! Our purpose is to inspire individuals and empower businesses and communities to create life changing opportunities through lifelong learning and meaningful employment for all. The MEGT Difference Were proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and understand the importance of work life balance. Here are some of our meaningful benefits to support you and your career at MEGT: 14 weeks paid parental leave Know someone great? Refer them and earn a $500 MEGT My Benefits voucher Generous leave entitlements, including 3 paid Christmas closedown days Exclusive discounts on private health insurance (HCF, Bupa, Medibank) Corporate travel rates for personal use Option to buy or cash out annual leave Salary packaging available (nonPBI) Ongoing development with study support Employee Assistance Program (includes Nurse on Call) Retail and entertainment discounts Proralong service leave after 7 years The Opportunity Based in our Southport office, this is a handson and rewarding role where youll support young people aged 1524 to overcome barriers, build their skills, and create sustainable pathways into education, training, or employment. As a Youth Coach (TtW), youll: Engage and build rapport with a young people referred through Centrelink, community network, word of mouth and other channels, and assess their eligibility. Manage a caseload of participants, providing oneonone coaching, group activities, online engagement through Youth Engagement Platform (YEP), and referral to specialist providers. Develop and maintain Education and Employment Plans, helping each participant identify their goals, strengths, and barriers to success. Work collaboratively with MEGT Employment Services division, as well as services providers, schools, training providers, employers, and community organisations to connect youth with meaningful opportunities. Engage with local employers to identify and promote sustainable job and training placements. Maintain accurate records and meet contractual requirements in line with Transition to Work (TtW) and DESE guidelines, ensuring quality and compliance in all service delivery. About you You are proactive, personable and passionate about helping young people in their employment journey. You thrive in a fastpaced, peoplefocused environment where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference. To succeed in this role, youll bring: Experience in case management, employment services, youth work, community engagement, or related industries The ability to build strong relationships and engage with people from diverse backgrounds and communities Demonstrated problemsolving skills and the ability to identify and escalate issues appropriately Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and empathetic approach An understanding of local labour markets and the barriers young people face when seeking employment High digital literacy, strong attention to detail, and accuracy in data entry and record keeping Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly learn and interpret, DESE guidelines and the Transition to Work (TtW) Deed MEGT is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm as we have zero tolerance of racism, discrimination, harm, or abuse. The successful applicant will be required to undertake preemployment checks which includes a National Police Check, State/Territory Working with Children Check, reference checks, verify your right to work in Australia and confirmation of qualifications. The MEGT Commitment At MEGT, people are at the heart of everything we do, and we believe that investing in our people drives our success. Our valuesUnited, Savvy, Trailblazers, and Thriveguide our culture and the way we work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Child Safe Organisation, committed to a safe, inclusive, and diverse workplace. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including women, First Nations People, veterans, individuals with disability, and people from minority groups, to find their ME with MEGT. How to Apply Ready to find your ME with MEGT? Click Apply to submit your application. If you need support with your application, would prefer to apply in another format, require assistance in applying or have questions about the role, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at or call 1300 634 863. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Youth Coach