Employment Consultant

Are you passionate about supporting people, identifying their strengths and building skills to secure employment that could change their life? Do you have a knack for identifying an individuals' employment match? If so, YOU could be joining our high performing Nerang team on the fabulous Gold Coast, as an Employment Consultant within our Workforce Australia Program. This isn't your average desk job. We are all about breaking barriers, creating opportunities and helping people thrive by securing and supporting them into sustainable employment. APM is a global health and human services organisation transforming lives since 1994. Be part of a 16,000-strong team across 11 countries, empowering people of all abilities to lead independent and fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities

Support participants with disability to prepare for, find and maintain sustainable employment; Help participants see their strengths, overcome obstacles, and take on new employment with a renewed sense of purpose; Provide creative solutions to overcome employment challenges, ensuring every participant has the tools and support for success; Be an advocate for inclusive hiring practices and workplace adjustments; Celebrate every successful placement with participants; Form partnerships with companies that are passionate about diversity and inclusion

Requirements

A champion of diversity and inclusion who believes everyone, no matter their abilities, deserves a chance to succeed; A natural connector who can create opportunities for participants and speak to stakeholders with confidence; Innovative and solutions focused, seeing challenges as opportunities and having experience creating pathways to success; Compassionate and empathetic, wanting to make a lasting and positive impact on the lives of others

Nice to have

Experience in other industries or roles such as retail, hospitality, call centres, sales or administration

Benefits

Competitive salary plus performance-based incentives; Ongoing training and career development; Supportive and inclusive team environment; Milestone celebrations and fun events; EAP | Employee Wellbeing Program; Paid Cultural and Ceremonial Leave; Purchased Annual Leave; Paid Parental Leave; Funded Certificate IV in Community Services or Mental Health Peer Support (eligibility criteria applies); Service recognition; APM Family Hub; Maxxia | Vehicle salary packaging