STEPS has a fantastic opportunity for a Literacy, Language & Numeracy Trainer to join their dynamic team in Cairns, QLD.

The main aim of this role is to develop and deliver Literacy and Numeracy training programs to disadvantaged jobseekers in Cairns and surrounding areas. These programs will be planned and delivered in accordance with the Language, Literacy and Numeracy Program (LLNP) contract guidelines and the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF).

If you are interested in applying for the position, please send your resume and cover letter to hr@stepsgroup.com.au.

If you have any queries regarding the position please contact Trudie Gibbs (Training Manager) on (07) 4034 5400.

You will need provide evidence of your legal right to work in Australia to be considered for interview.

STEPS is an equal opportunity employer

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander encouraged to apply.

Our STEPS Alice Springs team is currently seeking a skilled, motivated, autonomous and creative Trainer / Assessor - a self-starter with get-up and go!

Through contextualised delivery where LLN outcomes are interwoven with practical tasks, you will assist your indigenous students to attain skills in Language Literacy and Numeracy, then assess their applied knowledge to assist them in their journey preparing for work.

The Opportunity Provides

• excellent support via networking with our RTO Specialist Team; your Team Leader; and Trainers
• regular Personal Development
• options to draw from a wealth of knowledge and a bank of resources, to get you started.

• Be highly organised, flexible, personable, and have the ability to lead your students toward success
• be quick to build rapport - a great networker with an understanding of and respect for indigenous culture
• deliver your won LLN stretegies which interweave within the context of practical projects
• focus on the detail to assess, record and report student attendance and outcomes.
• coordinate the flow of information between STEPS and all relevant stakeholders
• have excellent presentation, facilitation and communicaiton skills (verbal and written).

• TAE40110 Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAELLN401A highly regarded)
• Demonstrated experience teaching ESL or Adult Literacy - in the last 3 years
• Current “C” class driving license
• Willingness to undergo an Australian Federal Police and Ochre Card checks– with acceptable results
• Demonstrated experience working with indigenous students
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 2007 and reporting software

• B.Ed. / DipEd or equiv; or an undergraduate degree
• A recognised specialist TESOL or specialist Adult Literacy qualification
• Experience living in a remote indigenous community

Our STEPS National Panel of Assessors team is currently seeking contractor Workplace Assessors to join their team. The primary purpose of the role is to conduct supported wage, ongoing support and workplace modification assessments to assist in the enhancement of employment participation by people with a disability.

If you are interested in applying for the position, please send your Resume and Cover Letter to hr@stepsgroup.com.au.

If you have any queries regarding the position please contact Sharon Dulac (NPA Coordinator) (07) 4727 2607.

You will need provide evidence of your legal right to work in Australia to be considered for interview.

STEPS is an equal opportunity employer

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander encouraged to apply.

STEPS Tennant Creek is experiencing key change and transformation and is currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Receptionist / Administration Support Officer to compliment and support our enthusiastic outcomes-oriented team.

About the Role
Reporting directly to the Program Coordinator – Youth Connections, you will be the face and voice of STEPS Tennant Creek, providing first impressions and excellent customer service to visitors, clients and students including face-to-face, telephone and written communications. You will also provide effective and efficient administrative support to your team members.

You will be responsible for

• Providing a warm, welcoming and orderly reception for the site, whilst maintaining a professional presentation and respectful attitude
• Keeping yourself updated as a source of knowledge on STEPS services
• Accurate and timely message taking and delivery
• Provision of accurate and efficient administrative support to your team members.

• Proven experience in the provision of exceptional customer service, accurate message taking and delivery, while maintaining a respectful manner and professional presentation
• Demonstrated administrative support in a service delivery environment, with sound knowledge of administrative systems and procedures, and proficiency with office technology
• Exceptional priority management, organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to effectively support a team and take responsibility for meeting deadlines
• Certificate IV in Business Administration or related fields, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.

• 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• Specific Period Part-Time Contract until 22 Dec 2013 with possible extension
• Great remuneration package - reflective of existing skill and experience
• Perfect work/life balance (30 hours/week)
• Challenging and rewarding work
• Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
• Subsidised health cover options are available
free life & income protection insurance with the default superannuation fund.

STEPS Townsville is currently seeking a high-performing, motivated and outcome-oriented Employment Consultant with local knowledge to compliment their dedicated Disability Employment Services team.

Key Responsibilities

• Working closely with Qld Mental Health, you will innovate to empower job seekers living with mental illness achieve sustainable employment outcomes.
• Develop employment plans and reverse market job seekers into suitable employment opportunities.

• Demonstrated record of achieving outcomes with a diverse caseload.
• Demonstrated on-the-job support and innovative strategies - which achieve KPI's and sustainable outcomes for all stakeholders.
• Exceptional customer service delivery (clients, potential employers, all stakeholders).
• DES or JSA working experience.

• Cert IV in Mental Health or
• Equivalent relevant experience and education and/or
• Knowledge of the Individual Placement and Support Model.

• The role will initially be two days per week, with possible increase of hours.
• Specific Period - ending 25 Feb 2015.
• 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata).
• Salary packaging options to increase take home pay.
• Subsidised private health cover.
• Life & income protection insurance via default Super fund.

STEPS Group Australia is a vibrant, not for profit community organisation focused on creating opportunities for people living with a disability or disadvantage, assisting them to overcome barriers and move towards greater independence within their communities. A newly created role is available in our Human Resources Team for a Degree or Diploma qualified Work Health & Safety Advisor with a proven ability to develop, implement, assess and review a comprehensive Work Health and Safety Management System. You will need a thorough theoretical and practical knowledge of current WHS legislation.

Reporting to and working in collaboration with the HR Manager, this role is key to the efficient and effective rollout of STEPS Work Health and Safety Management System and Action Plan within a six month period.

• Full-time, Specific-Period role (six months)
• 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• Salary packaging options to increase take home pay
• Subsidised private health cover
• Life & income protection insurance via default Super fund.


To be successful in the role, you will
• Have the ability to build collaborative working relationships
• Demonstrate your ability to develop and tailor effective and appropriate health and safety policies and processes
• Hold a Degree or Diploma in Workplace Health and Safety and a minimum of 4 years WHS experience
• Demonstrate your knowledge of relevant compliance and regulatory frameworks
• Demonstrate your ability to prepare plans and implementation of policies to achieve organisational objectives.


To be considered for interview:
• Provide a copy of your Resume, along with a covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description, addressed to Carolyn Turnbull (see below).
• Click on the link below to access the Position Description.


Carolyn Turnbull
Human Resources Manager
hr@stepsgroup.com.au
Mobile: 0457 896 887

STEPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Only people with the right to work in Australia will be considered.