Program Facilitator

At the Y Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. 

The Bridge Project aims to positively engage the prisoner population at Ravenhall Correctional Centre through a variety of sport and recreation, education, and trade related programs. The Bridge Project also provides case management support pre and post release, transitioning individuals into post-release employment through our network of employers in the community. 

Ravenhall Correctional Centre is located in Ravenhall, Victoria, 25 kilometres from Melbourne. Ravenhall is a 1000 (built for 1300) bed medium security prison for adult sentenced males. Through investment in opportunities for prisoners to engage in work, education and programs, prisoners are not only held safely and securely but given every chance to turn their lives around.

About the Opportunity

The YMCA Program Facilitator (Ravenhall) will upskill and support clients at Ravenhall Prison in a wide range of employable skills directly related to participation within this trade skills program.. Program Facilitators are also responsible for; building and maintaining relationships with Ravenhall Prison stakeholders, contract partners (Offender Services) and Bridge Project staff. The Ravenhall program is aimed to improve upon the personal and professional development of each participant that engages in the program. Responsibilities include.

This is a full-time position with an hourly rate of $38 to $42 per hour.

• Facilitate meaningful and purpose-driven trade related training and activities 
• Maintain a strong focus on the delivery of a quality service by seeking stakeholder and Bridge Project management feedback
• Accurate statistical data collection, including daily statistical data, participant feedback, module/activity completion
• Develop and manage appropriate communication strategies with all participants, staff, stakeholders and the Bridge team 

About You

You will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and a capacity to relate well and build relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Other requirements include:

• Basic computer literacy and written skills
•  Exemplary levels of professionalism and integrity
• Well-developed problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with limited supervision

Qualifications

• Forklift Licence
• Drivers Licence
• Certificate IV Training and Assessment (TAE 30110) and Furniture Making Qualification are desirable.  
• Relevant qualifications in trade related skills

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.au

How to Apply

If interested, click the Apply button. The PD is also avaliable to review as an attached document.

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.

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