Employment Consultant

APM are looking for an Employment Consultant who can build strong local connections, think creatively, and help people overcome barriers to employment. If you're passionate about changing lives and creating opportunities across Inala, QLD and surrounds, this could be the role for you. Working within the community means your impact is visible every day. You'll become a trusted local connector, working closely with participants and employers to identify opportunities, strengthen workforce participation, and support local businesses with their hiring needs. This is more than recruitment. It's about helping people build confidence, secure meaningful employment, and contribute to the future of their community.

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; Advocate for inclusive hiring practices and workplace adjustments; Celebrate successful placements with participants; Form partnerships with companies passionate about diversity and inclusion; Work closely with participants and employers to identify opportunities, strengthen workforce participation, and support local businesses with their hiring needs

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, able to see challenges as opportunities and create pathways to success; Compassionate and empathetic, wanting to make a lasting and positive impact on others' lives

Nice to have

Experience in other industries or roles such as sales, retail, call centre, hospitality, consulting, business development, and 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; 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