School Engagement Officer
Support families, parents, carers and children so that school aged children attend school every day.
Summary about this job
Indigenous & Multicultural Services
Company: YMCA WA
Location: Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara
Work type: Part Time
Salary: Remote Allowance paid
Phone: +61-2-1459-4835
Fax: +61-8-4206-1477
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Detail information about job School Engagement Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
About the Role
Here at YMCA WA we believe in the power of inspired young people which means providing opportunities for children and young people to grow in body, mind and spirit. If you align yourself to our values, care about people, and want to make a real difference within the community, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role:
YMCA WA is currently recruiting a fixed term part time School Engagement Officer located at YMCA WA Newman. The YMCA WA has partnered with the Australian Government and local stakeholders to maximise the Governments education objectives to improve education outcomes for some of Australia’s most disadvantaged communities
The role of the School Engagement Officer is to support families, parents, carers and children so that school aged children attend school every day; arriving on time and remaining at school for the duration of the school day.
This is an Aboriginal specific position and as such Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Duties:
- Identify non-attending school students and give practical support to students and families to help improve the student’s attendance
- Collect information and prepare daily reports relevant to the community and school
- Talk with parents and carers to gain an understanding of any difficulties a student, family or household may be facing that may make it hard for children to get to school every day
- Build strong relationships with the community promoting the importance of daily attendance
Skills and Experience:
- Experience working with diverse cultural groups
- Exceptional communications and personal skills
- Strong organisational and administration skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft suite including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Current and valid driver’s licence (manual transmission)
- National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check card
How to Apply:
Please visit our website www.ymcawa.org.au and click on the “Join Us’ tab. A position description is available on the website. Should you require any other information please contact Sue Lovett on 0488 120 340. Application Closes 23 July 2018
YMCA WA is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment, and successful applicants must comply with the YMCA's Safeguarding Children and Young People Framework. We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the nominated closing date. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Visit our website for further information.