MENTOR – CONNECTUS PROGRAM

Connectus is a unique program offering real employment opportunities for young people to obtain and remain in employment through traineeships or new apprenticeships.  The Connectus Mentor is a new role within Council, and will be the primary provider of support and training to twenty-five Connectus program participants, whilst liaising with local employers to identify employment and education opportunities.  The Program will initially involve an eight week period of training, four industry events and an educational camp, followed by the placement of participants into employment and educational opportunities, under the continued guidance and direction of the Mentor.

The position requires understanding and experience in working with youth issues, and identifying career pathways for young people ‘at risk’, demonstrated capacity to establish networks in the youth, employment and corporate sectors and knowledge of Aboriginal culture and acceptance by the local Aboriginal community. 

The position will initially be offered on a full time basis commencing Monday, 6 October 2008 to implement the eight week Program.  From Monday, 1 December 2008 hours will reduce to one day (7.6 hours) per week to oversee ongoing employment placement of participants.

Salary: $1,050.87 per week full time

Applications Close: 12noon on Wednesday, 1 October 2008. 

Interviews: All applicants must be available for interview on Thursday, 2 October 2008.

Position Start Date: Monday, 6 October 2008

All potential applicants are required to obtain a Position Description through the Reception desk of the Splatt Street Swan Hill office, or by phoning (03) 5036 2333 or on Council’s website www.swanhill.vic.gov.au  Further enquires can be directed to Rob Connelly, Manager Aboriginal Affairs.

Applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Swan Hill Rural City Council, PO Box 488, Swan Hill 3585 or email to council@swanhill.vic.gov.au

Swan Hill Rural City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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