POSITION VACANT - EQUALIS ASSOCIATE: NSW Mid North/Far North Coast

Equalis is looking for a new member to join our team!

The successful candidate will join a dynamic group of professionals working through out NSW as well as opportunities for out of state work. The successful candidate will become the Equalis representative for the Mid North and Far North Coast NSW Area.

The candidate will be working in partnership with a range of non-government community services agencies providing training and consultancy services. The candidate will be responsible for managing students undertaking traineeships, delivering customised training programs, undertaking mentoring programs and take part in the future growth of Equalis in the nominated areas.

Experience 

The candidate will need to demonstrate:

• Substantial experience in the community service sector and/or the educational and vocational sector,
• Excellent organisational and planning skills,
• A high level commitment and passion for the community services sector,
• Enjoy working autonomously,
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, and
• The ability to work in a team environment. 

Qualifications Required

• Qualification within the community services and/or educational sector required.
• Cert IV in Training and Assessment or a willingness to obtain

If you are interested in applying for this position, or require more information, contact our National Office for more information: 1300 653 340, or email your resume to: mail@equalis.com.au

New Training Partnership: Equalis & Macarthur Disability Services (MDS)

Equalis is excited to announce a new training partnership with Macarthur Disability Services (MDS).

MDS will now be offering Equalis training to their clients, staff and other service providers within their area under a MOU arrangement with Equalis. Equalis and MDS will be working closely together to ensure that the partnership arrangement provides high quality training and excellent learning outcomes.

MDS has already employed their training coordinator Kylie Georgeson to manage and further develop training opportunities within their area. Equalis considers both Kylie and MDS a critical member of the Equalis team and we look forward to a successful and long term professional future together.

ABSTUDY now available through Equalis

Equalis is now registered with Centrelink. What this means is if you register for training with Equalis and you are currently receive Centrelink payments, you can now request Income Support Payments through Centrelink to help susidise your training.

If you have any enquiries about entitlements for ABSTUDY payments, you should call Centrelink 13 23 17. Alternatively, you can find out more about ABSTUDY at www.centrelink.gov.au, or contact Equalis.

FREE TRAINING!!! Federal Government Work Skills Vouchers

Works Skills Vouchers are now available under the Skills for the Future initiative of the Federal Government. People who are over 25, have no HSC, and no formal qualifications are eligible for a free training voucher to undertake various training courses.

Under this program, Equalis offers a Certificate II in Community Services with elective units in Children’s Services, Aged Care, Disabilities and Youth Work.

Participants will gain recognition towards Certificate III qualifications should they wish to pursue further study. These courses are designed for people who have never studied before, and are comfortably paced over 8 weeks. No computer skills are necessary, just a desire to learn, and you can either be working or at home.

To find out more about the Work Skills Vouchers with Equalis please call our National Office on 1300 653 340 or email: mail@equalis.com.au

EQUALIS TRAINEE OF THE YEAR!!

After delivering many training sessions, liaising with all of our trainees, and marking hundreds of assessments, it becomes evident to us that there are a few people each year who consistently demonstrate excellence in their formal training, as well as possessing the motivation and enthusiasm needed to make a difference in the industry in which they work.

So we have decided to recognise one trainee who has not only consistently achieved outstanding results throughout the duration of their traineeship but has also demonstrated a passion for excellence in the Community Services sector.

The Equalis Trainee of the Year will receive a plaque and certificate in recognition of their efforts, as well as a 2 year membership with the leading industry association relevant to their field.

The winner will be announced in January 2008, and will be published in our next newsletter, as well as on our website.

Equalis commends the efforts of all of our trainees, and their commitment to strengthening the Community Services sector.