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Practice Consultant, Learning and Practice Development

Jesuit Social Services

About the organisation

Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.

Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.

We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.

Are you an experienced practitioner who would like to develop your skills in training and facilitation? Would you like an opportunity to work widely with practice-staff across a social justice organisation?

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic and flexible facilitator with a strong understanding of practice to join our team. The Learning and Practice Development Unit (LPDU) of Jesuit Social Services is looking to recruit to the role of Practice Consultant based in Darwin.

Darwin location with travel to other locations in the Northern Territory to facilitate training several times per year.

Part time position (0.6 EFT)

What Jesuit Social Services can offer you

  • An organisation that lives its values, through its day to day work
  • A welcoming and supportive relational environment
  • A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
  • Ongoing training and development related to your role
  • Employee assistance program
  • A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
  • Generous leave

About you

This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:

  • Build networks within the community sector across the Northern Territory to determine and respond to training needs.
  • Develop a training calendar in response to these identified needs.
  • Co-facilitate training and reflective practice sessions, with support from the LPDU based in Melbourne.    

About the program

Drawing on our experience of engaging with disadvantaged people, families and communities through our services and programs, in this new role the Jesuit Social Services Learning and Practice Development Unit aims to build the capacity of the community sector within the Northern Territory through training and practice development initiatives. We aim to develop and promote best-practice interventions for disadvantaged young people, families and communities, through support and training.

How to Apply

  • The position description is attached, to understand the requirements of the role.
  • To apply please click the "Apply Now" button and include a copy of your current CV, Cover letter incorporating your responses to the Key Selection Criteria, along with the names and contact numbers of 2 referees.
  • For further information, please contact Aimee Chiller on 0428 439 069.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the closing date may be subject to change without notice.

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.

A position description is attached.

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