Employment Consultant - Epping
Apply locations: Epping, VIC, Australia
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 4 Days Ago
Time left to apply: End Date: January 20, 2025 (25 days left to apply)
Job requisition id: R47554
Number of Positions Available: 1
ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference.
At the Salvation Army Employment Plus (EPlus), our experienced employment teams have been empowering people to find the right job since 1998 as part of the Australian Government's Employment Services network.
Based at our Epping site, your role will be working with participants in the Workforce Australia program to assist them to overcome barriers to employment and successfully transition into the workforce.
Responsibilities
Manage a high-volume caseload of job seekers
Actively engage with 'work ready' job seekers to secure sustainable employment outcomes including reverse marketing to employers
Clearly identify and address barriers preventing job seekers from being job ready
Provide participants with the tools and confidence to enter the workforce
Apply strong problem-solving skills and resilience to maximise employment outcomes
About You
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
You are a confident and trustworthy self-starter who thrives on the opportunity to achieve meaningful results and problem solve
Ability to think on your feet and adapt to challenging situations and an ever-changing environment
Demonstrated experience in achieving and exceeding business KPI's and targets
Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office is essential
What We Offer
Attractive remuneration & NFP salary packaging benefits ($15,900 tax-free + meal & entertainment benefits)
Great work-life balance with an opportunity for a 9-day fortnight or an accrued day off every 4 weeks
Discounted fitness memberships, health insurance, retail discounts and more
Attractive leave benefits with access to purchase leave, 12 weeks paid Parental Leave and up to 5 days paid leave per year to support the Salvos
Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives, fostering a supportive and inclusive approach to your overall wellbeing
Long-term employment opportunities within the EPlus & wider Salvos networks
Comprehensive and supportive on-the-job training
Industry experience is not essential; our most successful employees come from customer-facing backgrounds such as retail and hospitality.
A current Working with Children Check or relevant state equivalent is a mandatory requirement for this position. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a police check; it is not mandatory to have a clear criminal history.
Employment Plus is an equal employment opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.
Please note, shortlisted applicants for this position will be contacted from early-mid January 2025.
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