Employment Consultant - DES
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Ideal Placements is proud to be part of the are-able Group. Together we are committed to creating inclusive employment opportunities that help people achieve their goals. As part of a trusted community focused organisation we deliver a wide range of services that empower individuals strengthen communities and promote independence.
Through this partnership we are able to offer high quality personalised services across multiple regions while building a workplace culture that values diversity collaboration and continuous improvement.
We arecommitted to building an inclusive diverse and supportive workplace where ideas thrive innovation grows and people feel valued. Our organisation champions meaningful impact professional growth and a healthy balance between work and family. With over 30 years of deep community connection we continue to transform lives and foster opportunities. We are driven by our mission to do more for more people in more communities. We break barriers challenge stereotypes and create an environment where everyones abilities are not only recognised but nurtured.
Why choose to work with are-able
are-able is proud to be a Winner of the Australian Business Award for Employer of foster a positive high performing team culture built on respect empathy integrity and innovation. We seek passionate individuals who are driven to make a real difference in peoples lives.
In return for your valued contribution we offer:
- A family-friendly organisational culture with true work-life balance
- Attractive salary packaging to maximise your take home pay
- Bonus Christmas leave - additional leave days each year
Join us and be part of a team making a real impact in communities across Australia.
Description
This role is suited to someone who enjoys a fast-paced target driven workplace where no two days are the same.
It is both a challenging and highly rewarding work environment perfect for people who have come from a customer-focused sector and looking for the stability of a full-time role with regular hours.
About the Role
As an Employment Consultant your role is to help people find ongoing and meaningful employment. You will be provided with a comprehensive induction and training program to help you in this role.
In an average week you will:
- Work with jobseekers to uncover their interests passions and skills. Help them build their confidence and undertake additional training to become job ready to apply for suitable roles.
- Provide post-placement support to jobseekers who have found employment providing support mechanisms to ensure they thrive in the workplace.
- Develop relationships with local businesses and organisations. Approach local employers on behalf of jobseekers; confidence in proactively promoting our organisation and our jobseekers is key.
- Ensure that all jobseekers paperwork is completed 30% of the role is administration.
- Feel the thrill of helping someone find an employment opportunity that will change their life.
Skills And Experiences
You will receive full training to help you gain all the knowledge and skills required to become an Employment Consultant however there are a few skills that great Employment Consultants possess:
- They are engaging and a people-person keen to learn more about others and have a knack for making others feel comfortable in their presence.
- They are resilient things dont always go to plan when this happens they are able to put challenges aside and keep moving forward.
- They are confident and happy to go out and meet with employers to advocate for jobseekers.
- They understand performance framework this role has targets that must be met and hopefully exceeded.
- They have solid administration skills computer literacyand strong attention to detail.
- Theyre innovative and will engage with local employers creating job opportunities that may not have otherwise existed.
- They have great customer service skills and a motivating personality to inspire participants to find work.
- Theyre a team player. Yes youve got your own targets however successful employment consultants look out for one another they share ideas and understand that the end goal is to find employment for all jobseekers.
The Feel-Good Parts
If youve read this far you already know that are-able is a community-focused not-for-profit organisation but what does that mean
At are-able the organisations profits return to the communities we serve. We give back through the are-able Foundation donations and sponsorships we genuinely believe in supporting our community. Since the beginning of the are-able Foundation in 2004 we have given back over $1 million to various groups.
Are-able is also a values-driven organisation led by the following values:
Integrity-Our clients trust us. We owe them honesty and transparency. Every person who comes to are-able deserves to be treated fairly and objectively. Were accountable for our actions and we follow through.
Respect-Each person we work with is worthyand should be seen in a unique context. Diversity shows us new ways to build on a persons strength.
Empathy-Everyone experiences life differently. Relating to each other helps us understand someone elses perspective so we can create solutions for individuals. Were accountable for our actions and we follow through.
Innovation-How can we make someones life better Using new ideas can solve challenges of all sizes and levels. A little innovation might have a big impact for a client.
Are-able supports an inclusive approach in the workplace and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with a disability people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds mature age workers and lesbian gay bisexual transgender and intersex (LGBTIQA) people.
If you need assistance applying please contact
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
