Looking for meaningful work where you can achieve your career and financial goals?
Employment Coach could be right for you!
We're seeking a motivated individual who thrives on helping others for a full-time ongoing role based at our Prahran site.
You'll be supported by a team of coaches, mentors and counsellors. Together, we can make a positive change in the lives of others.
Kickstart your career with Workskil Australia. We'll provide comprehensive training and help you achieve a Certificate IV in Employment Services or Community Services within the first 12 months on the job.
Key Responsibilities
Employment Coach is a dynamic and rewarding position. You will play a key role in assisting our customers to set and achieve their goals while meeting the contractual requirements of an employment service provider.
Your day-to-day can include the following:
* Assisting diverse customers in overcoming personal and professional challenges
* Delivering coaching to improve employability skills, confidence and career planning
* Preparing quality resumes, cover letters and supporting the job application process
* Finding suitable employment opportunities for customers and advocating on their behalf
* Referring customers to internal and external support for housing, mental health and financial counselling
* Providing additional mentoring and support during the first six months of employment
* Documenting customer information and progress accurately within Workskil Australia and Government systems
About You
You'll be a great fit for the team if you have a passion and drive for helping others. You will be self‐motivated, inclusive and open‐minded, and willing to listen and support without judgement. Additionally, you will be able to demonstrate the following:
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Working independently and as part of a team
* Ability to achieve individual targets and work to clearly defined KPIs
* Strong administration skills and IT literacy, including data entry, Word, Excel and Outlook
* Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
* Meeting a minimum typing speed of 30 words per minute
Applicants with previous experience in employment services will be highly regarded.
Benefits
We provide a wealth of benefits that reward and acknowledge staff for their ongoing commitments.
We offer competitive salaries that exceed expectations of a not-for-profit and registered charity.
Full-time staff enjoy a day off each fortnight while accruing full-time wages, superannuation, and leave entitlements.
Salary Packaging
Increase your take home pay by making a portion of your salary tax-free while maintaining full superannuation contributions. Up to $15,900 annually.
Paid Parental Leave
Workskil Australia provides paid parental leave for either parent for 6 weeks, with up to 12 months of leave available.
Leadership Training
We work to develop aspiring leaders and prepare them for future leadership positions within the organisation.
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