IEA Employment Consultant - Preston

Are you passionate about supporting people with disability to secure employment that could change their life? Do you have a knack for identifying an individuals’ employment match? If so, YOU could be our next Employment Consultant at our Preston, VIC site within our Inclusive Employment Australia Program. APM is a global health and human services organisation transforming lives since 1994. Be part of a 15,000-strong team across 11 countries, empowering people of all abilities to lead independent and fulfilling lives. This isn’t your average desk job. We are all about breaking barriers, creating opportunities and helping people with disability thrive by securing and supporting them into employment.

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 purpose; Provide creative solutions to overcome employment challenges; Advocate for inclusive hiring practices and workplace adjustments; Celebrate successful placements with participants; Form partnerships with companies passionate about diversity and inclusion

Requirements

Passionate about supporting people with disability to secure employment; Knack for identifying an individuals’ employment match; Champion of diversity and inclusion; Natural connector; Innovative and solutions focused; Compassionate and empathetic; Eligibility to work in Australia; Current driver’s licence and comprehensively insured vehicle; MyGovID (Standard level); Willing to complete a National Police Check; Able to pass a Working with Children Check; Available to work Full-Time Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Nice to have

Experience in sales; retail; call centre; hospitality; consulting; business development; administration

Benefits

Base salary plus performance-based incentives; Ongoing training and career development; Supportive and inclusive team environment; Celebrating milestones with 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; Service recognitions; APM Family Hub; Maxxia Vehicle salary packaging