Employment Consultant

Join to apply for the Employment Consultant (IEA) role at Flourish Australia Part‑time position based in Surry Hills, working 30.4 hours per fortnight. Flexible working days between Monday and Friday. Level 4 on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018), equivalent to $88,000 – $94,700p.a. (pro‑rata) + super + tax‑free salary packaging. About the Opportunity As an Employment Coordinator with Flourish Australia, you will support local sites by delivering the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) Program. Your focus will be on helping individuals achieve their employment goals by addressing barriers, building on their skills, and assisting them to find and maintain suitable ongoing employment. As an Employment Coordinator you will: Understand and consult the Flourish Australia IEA Operational guidelines and ensure that policies and procedures are followed. Engage local businesses and employers to source and create job vacancies for Flourish Australia’s participants. Provide support, mentoring and other assistance ensuring the sustainability of participant employment placements and track all placements to maximise Employment Outcomes. Work with local site teams and other community connections to assist participants to overcome both vocational and non‑vocational barriers to employment. Our Ideal Candidate We are seeking high‑performing and experienced individuals who are passionate about helping participants achieve employment outcomes and have a knack for building relationships. Our ideal candidate is driven, compassionate, and eager to make a difference, coming with: Demonstrated experience working in employment services and programs. Evidence of high placement and retention rates. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Passion for workforce development and helping others succeed. Selection Criteria Demonstrated or direct related experience in disability services, preferably in Disability Employment Services, Inclusive Employment Australia, or similar programs. Qualifications in training and assessment, employment services, mental health, community services or related fields recognised by Flourish Australia or transferrable experience as decided by Flourish Australia. Proof of high performance in job services or related customer services environment. Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and to fully utilze the client information management system. Current Australian Driver’s Licence. The Benefits Paid above industry at Level 4 on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018) (no bonus system in place) Tailored onboarding program to set you up for success Tax‑Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900 Exclusive personal fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading + 2 additional days of personal leave + Christmas/New Years Gratis Day + 10 weeks paid primary carer parental leave + ADO accrual Comprehensive infrastructure including a laptop for work purposes Regular supervision (reflective practice) , ongoing 1:1 mentoring and a comprehensive induction program Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support Opportunities for professional development and training to obtain mental health specific qualifications such as Mental Health First Aid, Certificate IV or Diploma in Mental Health and ASIST Suicide Prevention training Workplace community groups – Rainbow Network for LGBTQ+ staff members & allies and YarnUp Group for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members Who we are Flourish Australia is one of Australia’s most experienced community mental health organisations. Our services are comprehensive and highly personalised because each person’s experience will be different and their needs, as an individual, are unique. Together we set goals, connect individuals with the right people, support services and opportunities to meet their needs. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities and mature age candidates. Interviews are being held on a rolling basis – apply now Job Details Seniority level: Not applicableEmployment type: Part‑timeJob function: OtherIndustries: Non‑profit Organisations, Community Services, and Health and Human Services #J-18808-Ljbffr