yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.

Powered by yourtown, Kids Helpline is here for children and young people whenever they need us, anytime for any reason 24/7, through tailored mental health counselling services in line with their changing preferences for help-seeking.

Realise your potential at yourtown.

your opportunity

Kids Helpline @ School is a free early intervention program available to primary and secondary schools in Australia. The program uses tertiary qualified Facilitators and video conferencing technology to engage students in evidence-informed sessions that promote student emotional literacy, resilience building, digital safety and citizenship, coping strategies, and help-seeking behaviours.

In this newly created role, you will develop and execute a strategic networking plan to significantly increase the level of engagement with the Kids Helpline @ School program.

Your role will include:

• Create and drive strategies to promote Kids Helpline @School and deliver an increase in the participation of schools in the program
• Build strong collaborative relationships and networks
• Plan and undertake engagement activities for stakeholders including schools, educational networks, government bodies and community organisations
• Represent Kids Helpline @ School at events, forums, meetings and other activities
• Consult with stakeholders to identify their needs, raise awareness of the program and gather feedback to improve services
• Provide input into the development of materials to promote the program to schools and the wider community

This position is a part time, 0.5FTE, 12 month max term contract, with possibility for extension subject to funding.

what we are looking for

You will have a genuine passion for networking and developing stakeholder connections to achieve positive outcomes for programs and clients.

You will bring:

• passion, commitment and belief in young people
• relevant qualification in education, marketing, psychology, social work or counselling
• proven track record in successfully securing contracts and developing long term relationships with educational institutions, government bodies and community organisations
• experience in driving networking activities and using online and offline channels to engage with stakeholders
• strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• ability to travel nationally as required
• a strong understanding of the Australian Education system and curriculum is desirable but not essential

your benefits

When you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe, inclusive, and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation. We are a resilient, resourceful, and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.

Your employment experience will include:

• salary sacrifice options to increase your take home pay
• ability to negotiate flexible work hours and work arrangements
• free access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16,000 learning modules
• a genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
• yourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr Apps
• access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and members of your immediate family
• access to discounted private health insurance, banking and finance, insurance, and superannuation through our partner organisations
• an environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer

How to Apply

If you believe in the power of young people and in yourself, join team yourtown and have an amazing impact on the lives of young people, their families, neighbourhoods and the wider community in Australia.

To apply please click Apply Now.

Contact: Marnie Elliot – Talent Partner on 0434 609 384

yourtown has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all, for all.

yourtown is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.

"In our team we value diversity, inclusivity and people who want to make a difference"

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