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Ayesha, I CAN Network Mentor, South West
ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT A WORLD THAT EMBRACES AUTISM?
current opportunities
Program Facilitator Queensland – Brisbane Northern Suburbs/ North Coast
I CAN Network, Australia’s largest Autistic-led organisation, is looking for a person with outstanding group facilitation skills and a strong connection to Autism to co-deliver mentoring programs as Program Facilitator Level 1 in Northern Brisbane Suburbs and the North Coast Region, Queensland.
The Program Facilitator (along with an assigned Mentor) are responsible for the delivery of regular group mentoring sessions for a select group of young Autistic individuals at schools or online. The Program Facilitator will work with and coach the Mentor they have been assigned, customise I CAN’s content to their mentees, manage the relationships and expectations of stakeholders, and support the I CAN message through our mentoring programs to help to drive a rethink of Autism from ‘I Can’t’ to ‘I CAN’. The commitment would involve a fixed number of hours per mentoring session, and successful applicants will be able to relate to the experiences of young Autistic individuals, have demonstrated facilitation skills, and a genuine passion for supporting the individual strengths of young Autistics.
Please refer to the Position Description for full details.
How to Apply?
Please apply in writing to opportunities@icannetwork.com.au with ‘Attn: Bree Huggins – Regional Manager Queensland’ in the subject title by 23/10/2020. You will need to attach a CV and cover letter. We will contact you within two weeks of submitting your application.
i can network Mentor – Brisbane Northern Suburbs/ North Coast
I CAN Network, Australia’s largest Autistic-led organisation, is looking for a person with good communication skills and a strong connection to Autism to co-deliver mentoring programs as Mentor in the Brisbane North Coast Region, Queensland.
I CAN Network’s Mentors operate under general guidance and assist Program Facilitators with the delivery of mentoring programs – whether in a school/ community setting or online. This involves mentoring Autistic young people and planning/ running activities during group mentoring sessions with the support of a Program Facilitator. I CAN Network Mentors are people with an ‘I CAN’ attitude and a connection/ passion for the strengths of Autistic/ neuro diverse people. I CAN Network Mentors need to be able to work in a highly flexible organisation which is rapidly building the required systems to be able to support a diverse range of individuals and communities across Australia. Mentors will assist a Program Facilitator with the delivery of group activities in a face-to-face or online mentoring program and will report directly to an I CAN Manager. Mentoring sessions occur on either a weekly basis and the Program Facilitator will allocate tasks for the Mentor to complete within the process of planning, setting up, rehearsing, delivering and debriefing group mentoring sessions.
Please refer to the Position Description for full details.
How to Apply?
Please apply in writing to opportunities@icannetwork.com.au with ‘Attn: Bree Huggins – Regional Manager Queensland’ in the subject title by 23/10/2020. You will need to attach a CV and cover letter. We will contact you within two weeks of submitting your application.
i can network Mentor – Brisbane Southern Suburbs/ Gold Coast
I CAN Network, Australia’s largest Autistic-led organisation, is looking for a person with good communication skills and a strong connection to Autism to co-deliver mentoring programs as Mentor in the Brisbane North Coast Region, Queensland.
I CAN Network’s Mentors operate under general guidance and assist Program Facilitators with the delivery of mentoring programs – whether in a school/ community setting or online. This involves mentoring Autistic young people and planning/ running activities during group mentoring sessions with the support of a Program Facilitator. I CAN Network Mentors are people with an ‘I CAN’ attitude and a connection/ passion for the strengths of Autistic/ neuro diverse people. I CAN Network Mentors need to be able to work in a highly flexible organisation which is rapidly building the required systems to be able to support a diverse range of individuals and communities across Australia. Mentors will assist a Program Facilitator with the delivery of group activities in a face-to-face or online mentoring program and will report directly to an I CAN Manager. Mentoring sessions occur on either a weekly basis and the Program Facilitator will allocate tasks for the Mentor to complete within the process of planning, setting up, rehearsing, delivering and debriefing group mentoring sessions.
Please refer to the Position Description for full details.
How to Apply?
Please apply in writing to opportunities@icannetwork.com.au with ‘Attn: Bree Huggins – Regional Manager Queensland’ in the subject title by 23/10/2020. You will need to attach a CV and cover letter. We will contact you within two weeks of submitting your application.
What is it like to work for the I CAN Network?
FAQS
What roles can I apply for?
Whilst most of our opportunities are for mentoring positions (entry level through management), our I CAN Network team includes a diverse range of roles. If you would like to be the first to learn about upcoming opportunities with I CAN, including and beyond mentoring roles, please email us at opportunities@icannetwork.com.au and tell us about your interests and skills.
Can I apply for a position if I already work part time?
Absolutely. If you have a day or more free each week, we would love to hear from you!
How can I find out more information about the jobs listed?
Attached to each of the job opportunities you will see a job description. Download the job description for more information regarding the opportunity.
What is the time commitment involved in being a mentor?
The commitment of school-based mentors involves a fixed number of hours per mentoring session and availability during school hours.
The commitment of online group mentors also involves a fixed number of hours per mentoring session and availability on certain weekday evenings. We provide training and ongoing professional development for all team members.
Can I apply for a position if I’m not yet 18?
We do accept applications from people under the age of 18 for some roles. Please download the job description attached to the relevant job opportunity for more details.
Can I apply for more than one job posting at a time?
Yes, you can. Just ensure you apply for each role separately and include the job title in the subject line of each application, along with a current resume and cover letter.
Do I need a drivers licence to apply?
Many of the locations in which we work are accessible by public transport so a drivers license is not a mandatory requirement.
How do I contact I CAN if I have a another question?
Send an email to opportunities@icannetwork.com.au and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you might have.
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