Position Vacant - Skills Development Facilitator

Skills Development Facilitator
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Work Type: Two Permanent Part-Time positions
Hours: 30 hrs. per week (during school terms only)
Location: Belconnen ACT


House with No Steps is a leading provider of a range of services for people
with disabilities throughout the ACT, NSW and QLD. Our services in the ACT
support students to plan and implement goals for the future with an emphasis
on engagement with their community.

We are currently seeking a motivated, energetic and experienced person to
fill the role of Skills Development Facilitator. Your previous experience
will enable you to establish local community networks, which will support
your goal in finding a work experience host for school students with a
disability, who are preparing to leave school and enter the workforce.
Excellent time management skills with the capacity to think on your feet and
think creatively will be an advantage. The ideal candidate will need to work
effectively within a small team environment and have the ability to cope
with a constant changing work environment. To succeed in this role you will
need to be a self starter and driven by achieving positive outcomes.

We are looking for someone who has;


* Ability to connect with young people and implement strategies to
engage them in their community

* Experience in assisting people to; plan for the future and
successfully implement their plans

* Experience providing skills development training and opportunities

* Ability to network with the local community and relevant support
providers

* Ability to develop positive relationships with families, teachers
and other supporters

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills - this is
essential

* Current driver's licence

* Current first aid certificate (or willing to obtain)

* Ability to work unsupervised and a willingness to work within a
small team

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How to apply
If being part of a supportive team and assisting people to live the life
they choose is for you, then we strongly appreciate all applications.
Please apply via our website www.hwns.com.au<http://www.hwns.com.au> and
include a covering letter addressing the above criteria and a current resume
outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

Please quote Job Reference Number SOSDF1013 in your application

Applications close: 4 November 2013

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Contact us
Further enquiries please contact:
Name: Melinda Mitchell
Phone: 0434182394