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Compass Coordinator (Vocational Education & Cross Campus)

Unique and diverse Social Work/Youth Work role working with students
Based at RUSU’s welfare drop in centres at RMIT Carlton/City Campus
Part-time 0.8 FTE (Monday to Thursday)
Excellent salary ($87,343 for 0.8 FTE), super and employment conditions

Are you an experienced social worker or youth worker with a passion for working with university and vocational education students? Join us at our Carlton/City campus and be part of an energetic and driven team of staff, elected student representatives and volunteers who are making a real difference for students.

About the Role

The RUSU Compass Service is designed to provide welfare information and referrals to RMIT students. The service includes Compass Drop-In Centres on each campus where students can seek guidance without booking an appointment. The Compass service and programs are well established with two existing staff members. This position is a new and exciting role that has vocational education students and food security as areas of focus.

Your skills in social work, youth work, volunteer supervision, advocacy and support will be utilised to assist students in a complex and challenging higher education environment. In this role you will:

Support: Staff the Compass Drop in Centre, providing, information, advice and referrals to assist students who present with a broad range of welfare issues.
Lead & Mentor: Support and mentor the dedicated RMIT Social Work, Youth Work and Psychology students who volunteer with Compass.
Reach Out: Work with RUSU staff and elected student reps to plan, run and deliver information/outreach events at RMIT focusing on food security, mental health and well-being.
Create Change: Identify key welfare issues affecting students and contribute to responses and campaigns.

Explore more about what Compass is and does at: rusu.rmit.edu.au/compass

Qualifications & Key Requirements

Applicants MUST have a tertiary degree in Social Work or Youth Work with at least two years relevant experience in a comparable role, preferably in the community/education /youth sector.
Knowledge of relevant polices affecting students’ welfare and equity and the impact of these on their ability to undertake successful study.
Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver successful and engaging student/community based outreach programs and events (small/medium scale) in dynamic environments including trouble shooting, problem-solving and lateral thinking. Ability to remain calm under pressure.
Experience resourcing, supervising , mentoring and supporting volunteers.
Sound knowledge of community services and professional referrals processes.
High-level interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with people from a range of organisations and backgrounds.
A valid Working with Children Check and Victorian Drivers Licence.

Full Position Description & Selection Criteria

About the RMIT University Student Union (RUSU)

RUSU (RMIT University Student Union) represents around 75,000 students at RMIT University and operates independently as a registered not-for-profit organisation. With an annual budget of over $4.5 million, RUSU employs 25 permanent staff and 10-15 casual student workers, with main offices in the CBD and additional presence at Bundoora and Brunswick campuses. RUSU delivers a diverse range of programs as showcased in our Annual Reports and Achievements Infographics rusu.rmit.edu.au/reports

Advice to Applicants

RUSU is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and value diversity and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. RUSU is a child-safe organisation. We are committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people. You must have the right to work in Australia to apply for this role.

Submit your application by email to rusu.jobs@rmit.edu.au. Applications must include a resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the key requirements of the role (max 2 pages).

Applications close Sunday 4 May at 11.59pm.

For further information on the position, please contact Rocky Vasaigara through rusu.jobs@rmit.edu.au

Find out more about RUSU at rusu.rmit.edu.au

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