Employment Consultant - Braddon

About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is a longstanding Christian charity in Australia dedicated to making a positive difference in lives and communities. Operating since 1998, the Salvation Army Employment Plus (EPlus) program has empowered hundreds of thousands of Australians by connecting job seekers with employment opportunities as part of the national Employment Services network.

Role Overview

Situated at the Braddon office, this role involves supporting participants of the Workforce Australia program. You will assist individuals in overcoming employment barriers and help facilitate their transition into sustainable work environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a large caseload of job seekers.
• Engage actively with individuals ready to work to secure lasting employment, including outreach to employers.
• Identify and address factors that inhibit job readiness.
• Equip participants with necessary skills and confidence to enter the workforce.
• Use strong problem-solving abilities and maintain resilience to optimize employment outcomes.

Candidate Profile

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, dependable self-starter driven to achieve impactful results and resolve challenges.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions and think on your feet.
• Proven track record in surpassing business KPIs and targets.
• Competent in computer use, specifically MS Office applications.

What We Offer

• Option for a nine-day fortnight or an accrued day off every four weeks.
• Generous tax-free salary packaging.
• Discounted access to health and fitness programs via Fitness Passport.
• Purchase leave scheme allowing up to 8 weeks of additional annual leave.
• 12 weeks of generous parental leave.
• Up to 5 paid days per year to participate in Salvation Army programs or activities.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

Additional Information

• One vacancy is available for this position.
• Applicants must hold a current Working with Children Check or equivalent state certification.
• A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is mandatory, although a clear record is not required.
• The Salvation Army enforces mandatory vaccination policies for selected roles.
• The organization values and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Employment Plus is committed to a child-safe environment and the well-being of children and young people.
• The Salvation Army embraces diversity and inclusion, valuing staff from all cultures, languages, identities, and backgrounds.