Employment Consultant Position
We are seeking a skilled Employment Consultant to join our team.
About the Job:
This role involves supporting and guiding clients to attain suitable, meaningful employment opportunities that lead to sustainable employment outcomes. As an Employment Consultant, you will use your customer service skills to build rapport with your clients, assist them on their employment journey and to overcome barriers to employment.
The job requires developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders as part of managing the referral & intake process of job seekers into their chosen program. You will also assess job seeker skills, abilities, identify barriers and intervention strategies, and in consultation with our job seekers, develop and maintain work preparation strategies, job seeking strategies, tailored interventions (including other service providers) and employment support activities.
Responsibilities:
* Supporting clients in attaining suitable, meaningful employment opportunities
* Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders
* Assessing job seeker skills and abilities
* Identifying barriers and intervention strategies
* Developing and maintaining work preparation strategies, job seeking strategies, and tailored interventions
Requirements:
* Self-driven and resilient individual with excellent customer service skills
* Ability to build rapport and grow/maintain relationships with clients, peers, and job seekers
* Strong communication skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to use computer systems and excellent data accuracy/note taking
* Hold a current NDIS Worker Screening check or be willing to obtain one
Benefits:
* A comprehensive induction program and ongoing professional development
* A range of accredited training modules and staff mentoring programs
* Access to a 24/7 employee assistance program for emotional, mental, financial, and physical health
* A salary package up to $15,900 per annum, plus further meals and entertainment benefits
* An Employee Discount Program saving money at over 450 retailers and service providers
* A Study Scholarship of 25% towards undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University
* Focus on work-life balance with 13 days personal leave and 10 Well-being days per year
About Us:
We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to work. We help thousands of people from all backgrounds, ages, and abilities to find sustainable employment every year. Our organization is committed to providing accessible, inclusive, and equitable recruitment processes for all candidates.