Employment Consultant

sureway; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative employment consultancy in Ipswich is seeking an Employment Consultant to support individuals with disabilities in securing sustainable employment. You will utilize a person-centered approach to tailor services and develop partnerships with local employers. Ideal candidates are passionate, relationship builders with strong customer service skills. The role includes performance bonuses, additional leave, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Above award rates

Performance bonus scheme

Birthday leave

Additional leave after 3 years

Ongoing learning and development

Monthly awards program

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and ability to build relationships.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow guidelines.
• Confidence in using computers and online systems.

Responsibilities

• Utilising a person-centred approach to tailor services.
• Developing positive partnerships with local employers.
• Enhancing employability through referral to support services.
• Providing in-employment support to sustain employment.
• Marketing participants’ skills to prospective employers.
• Achieving program performance and quality benchmarks.
• Keeping detailed, accurate records.
• Participating in the local community to promote services.

Skills

Passionate & Motivated

Relationship Builders

Quality focused

Problem solvers

Tech-Savvy

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Multiple full and part-time positions available in Ipswich and/or Redbank Plains.

About the Role

This is your opportunity to inspire others and become part of a purpose-driven organisation.

For more than 30 years, Sureway has been an industry leader in employment services across Australia. As an Employment Consultant in the recently announced Inclusive Employment Australia, you’ll work closely with people with disabilities to connect them to sustainable employment opportunities. You will guide, support, and motivate participants on their journey to employment, while developing strong relationships with employers and support organisations.

Your Key Responsibilities will include:

• Utilising a person-centred approach to tailor services and support participants into meaningful employment
• Developing positive partnerships with local employers to create meaningful employment opportunities for participants
• Enhancing employability through referral to support services and training
• Providing in-employment support to sustain employment
• Marketing your participants’ skills to prospective employers
• Achieving program performance and quality benchmarks
• Keeping detailed, accurate records and adhering to all compliance requirements
• Actively participating in the local community to promote services

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Passionate & Motivated with a positive attitude and a strong desire to help participants succeed in employment
• Relationship Builders who have strong customer service skills and can build positive relationships with participants and employers
• Quality focused with an attention to detail and an ability to follow guidelines
• Problem solvers with the ability to think outside the square and develop strategies to place participants into sustainable employment
• Tech-Savvy and confident in using computers and online systems

At Sureway, we believe in offering more than just a job. We provide growth, support, and rewards that help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• We pay above award rates – because your time and talent are worth more
• Performance bonus scheme based on meeting benchmarks
• Birthday leave – celebrate your special day with a paid day off every year
• Additional leave – enjoy an extra week off each year after 3 years of service
• Ongoing learning and development – access programs & study assistance to grow your skills and career
• Recognition that means something – be celebrated through monthly awards and our annual team awards program.

Sureway Employment and Training leads the industry in Workforce Australia Employment Services and services to those with disabilities. We also extend to the delivery of training and health supports. Sureway delivers innovative programs to job seekers, employers, and learners across NSW, VIC, ACT, QLD, WA, and SA. Our growing suite of services assists people to achieve their goals and aspirations in life.

This position requires the successful applicant to undertake a National Police Check and relevant state-based screens. Applicants must also have the right to work in Australia and hold a valid driver’s license with reliable transport.

Submit a cover letter and current resume as soon as possible. Applications are being considered as they are submitted.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ communities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds