Jesuit Social Services works to build a just society. We stand in solidarity with those in need, expressing a faith that promotes justice. We work to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential by partnering with the community to support those in need and working to change policies, practices, ideas and values that perpetuate inequality, prejudice and exclusion.

About the program

Navigator is a program funded by the Department of Education which aims to support disengaged learners aged 12 to 17 years old to re-engage with an education or training pathway. Jesuit Social Services delivers Navigator in Hume Merri-bek, Brimbank Melton, North Eastern Melbourne Areas and Inner Eastern Melbourne areas in partnership with the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency and works closely with local schools, services and the regional Department of Education office.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably experienced and qualified individual to take on a dual Intake & Assessment and Active Hold role within the North Eastern Melbourne Area team. The role is responsible for actioning and triaging referrals to the Navigator Program, as well as providing phone-based support to disengaged learners and their families, whilst developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders across a range of sectors.

The position is based in Brunswick and utilises outreach.

A position description can be found on our website, www.jss.org.au, or attached below. For further details please contact Helen Coventry on 0438 066 595. Applicants must address each of the Key Selection Criteria, and include contact details of at least 2 referees.

Salary $82,043 pro rata (attractive salary packaging offered)

Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.

We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.

Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.