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HR198 Indigenous Community Links (ICL) Coordinator

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Organisation: 
MADEC Australia
Closing date: 
Fri, 2013-08-23
Street: 
Shop F5 Centro Colonnades
Suburb: 
Noarlunga Centre SA 5168
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Progressive not for profit organisation - Multi site operation across three states - Partnering with communities - Supportive team environment - Progressive not for profit organisation
Job details: 

Upholding trust, individual and organisational accountability and with the ethos of strengthening communities through the provision  of training, employment and education is what we do best, however to achieve quality outcomes across our organisation we need great people.
That's where you come in; the focus of this position is designed to support Indigenous community members and their families, by providing links and referrals to a range of mainstream and Indigenous services such as welfare, employment, family violence, health, legal, child care and housing.
As the ICL coordinator you will display leadership and influencing skills combined with effective communication and relationship building skills. You will also have demonstrated ability to problem solve and to consistently work towards closing the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians by facilitating access to community services and information.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.
If you feel you have the necessary skills, experience and passion to undertake this challenging opportunity, please visit our website at www.madec.edu.au to view a copy of the Position Description and to apply online. Or, for a confidential discussion please contact Gary Miller, Area Manager on (08) 8307 2000.
A Working with Children Check or National Police Check is a requirement of this role.

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Gary Miller, Area Manager
Contact Phone: 
(08) 8307 2000

Employment Consultant

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Organisation: 
Marillac
Closing date: 
Fri, 2013-09-06
Suburb: 
Frankston - Caulfield
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Marillac is currently seeking Employment Consultants to join our new Disability Employment Service in the Peninsula ESA, offering generalist and specialist services to support people with a disability into sustainable jobs.
Job details: 

Marillac is currently seeking Employment Consultants to join our new Disability Employment Service in the Peninsula ESA, offering generalist and specialist services to support people with a disability into sustainable jobs.
Marillac is a supportive and flexible employer with a collaborative approach to achieving results. Our small team of Employment Consultants works together closely to achieve the best outcomes possible for job seekers. Additional day to day support and guidance is provided by our full time Site Leader.

The organisation:
Based in the south eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Marillac is a well-established not-for-profit service provider. We offer people with a disability a wide range of programs and services designed to meet individual needs across different aspects of their lives, giving them support and advocacy to reach their full potential with dignity. We, and many people we support, see productive employment as a vital part of an enjoyable, high quality life. See www.marillac.com.au for more information.

The person:
To be successful for this role, you will have previously been involved in building relationships with job seekers, employers and other stakeholders.
While you will be provided with mentoring to support your success in this role, you should have the following skills / attributes:

  • A relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in providing individualised support and employment case management to people with a disability
  • Previous experience in a DES / JSA / VRS environment
  • A demonstrated ability to link into support services for clients with multiple barriers
  • Jobs and outcomes focused, and a desire to help others to achieve their goals
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • The ability to build strong relationships with people from all walks of life
  • Be computer literate with the Microsoft suit and a working knowledge of the ESS system
  • A solid understanding of DEEWR contractual obligations and DES guidelines

Marillac is a diverse, team-focused and values-driven organisation that will support your professional development while rewarding you with a competitive salary package.

For more information about this role, please contact the Recruitment Team on 1300 001 105 or apply now
 

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Contact Phone: 
1300 001 105

ASEP Employment Consultant

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Organisation: 
Brotherhood of St Laurence
Closing date: 
Tue, 2013-08-20
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
An exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative new employment program to support asylum seekers towards independence and empowerment. In this role you will contribute your passion for high quality for program delivery whilst liaising with a broad range of stakeholders, from asylum seekers, to government agencies, community agencies, businesses and employers.
Job details: 

Brotherhood of St Laurence Work and Learning includes a diverse range of services and initiatives to help people into work and to strengthen families, individuals and communities. This role would be located in the Workforce Solutions area this service focuses on getting disadvantaged jobseekers into work through high quality employer engagement and servicing. It also  brokers traineeship and work placement opportunities for jobseekers with external host employers.

 
The role of the Employment Consultant is to source and prepare asylum seeker candidates with work rights, as well as engage with employers to broker job vacancies as part of the Asylum Seeker Employment Program, (ASEP) deliverables. The role will be primarily focused on the following activity areas:

  1. Work with a key contractor agency to access an appropriate volume of  asylum seeker candidates for work preparation activities via the ASEP program.
  2. Assessment, referral and support, including the coordination of appropriate training, both prevocational and industry specific, and the obtainment of social support services where possible and necessary.
  3. Engagement with employers and industry to source jobs and make them accessible and available to asylum seeker candidates with work rights.
  4. Place Asylum Seekers into jobs and provide intensive post placement support to help them perform appropriately and keep their employment wherever possible

This role will at various times, involve the coordination of jobseekers at very early hours for same day, labour hire placement, and may sometimes involve the use of a BSL pool car for the provision of services in a variety of locations.
The ideal applicant will have:

  • Experience in advocating for disadvantaged jobseekers with a range of employers to facilitate employment placements
  • Demonstrated understanding of diversity groups including Asylum Seekers and Refugees, Youth and Long Term unemployed, and the relevant service networks.
  • High level of interpersonal, communication and consultative skills and a demonstrated ability to build relationships
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks concurrently
  • Good computer skills in MS office products
  • Sympathy with the values and ideals of the Brotherhood of St Laurence
  • Experience working with the community sector, employment area, labour supply field is desirable
  • Understanding of HR processes an advantage.

The position is a part time(0.8 FTE) maximum appointment until 30 June 2014, with potential for extension. Salary band will be $47, 929 - $54,708 per annum pro rata.  Attractive salary packaging provisions are available. 
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a standard Police Check and Working with Children Check.  To obtain a position description visit www.bsl.org.au phone 9483 1173 to have one sent to you.  For further information about the role phone Angus Blackburn on 9288 9904.
Email written applications addressing the key selection criteria to recruitment@bsl.org.au

Applications by COB: Tuesday 20th of August 2013
 
Please note: Only applications addressing the Key Selection Criteria will be considered

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Angus Blackburn
Contact Phone: 
03 9288 9904

ASEP Employment Consultant

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Organisation: 
Brotherhood of St Laurence
Closing date: 
Tue, 2013-08-20
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
An exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative new employment program to support asylum seekers towards independence and empowerment. In this role you will contribute your passion for high quality for program delivery whilst liaising with a broad range of stakeholders, from asylum seekers, to government agencies, community agencies, businesses and employers.
Job details: 

Brotherhood of St Laurence  Work and Learning includes a diverse range of services and initiatives to help people into work and to strengthen families, individuals and communities. This role would be located in the Workforce Solutions area this service focuses on getting disadvantaged jobseekers into work through high quality employer engagement and servicing. It also  brokers traineeship and work placement opportunities for jobseekers with external host employers.



The role of the Employment Consultant is to source and prepare asylum seeker candidates with work rights, as well as engage with employers to broker job vacancies as part of the Asylum Seeker Employment Program, (ASEP) deliverables. The role will be primarily focused on the following activity areas:
 

  1. Work with a key contractor agency to access an appropriate volume of  asylum seeker candidates for work preparation activities via the ASEP program.
  2. Assessment, referral and support, including the coordination of appropriate training, both prevocational and industry specific, and the obtainment of social support services where possible and necessary.
  3. Engagement with employers and industry to source jobs and make them accessible and available to asylum seeker candidates with work rights.
  4. Place Asylum Seekers into jobs and provide intensive post placement support to help them perform appropriately and keep their employment wherever possible

This role will at various times, involve the coordination of jobseekers at very early hours for same day, labour hire placement, and may sometimes involve the use of a BSL pool car for the provision of services in a variety of locations.
 
The ideal applicant will have:

  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and experience in training
  • Experience in advocating for disadvantaged jobseekers with a range of employers to facilitate employment placements
  • Demonstrated understanding of diversity groups including Asylum Seekers and Refugees, Youth and Long Term unemployed, and the relevant service networks.
  • High level of interpersonal, communication and consultative skills and a demonstrated ability to build relationships
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks concurrently
  • Good computer skills in MS office products
  • Sympathy with the values and ideals of the Brotherhood of St Laurence
  • Experience working with the community sector, employment area, labour supply field is desirable
  • Understanding of HR processes an advantage.

 
The position is a Full Time maximum appointment until 30 June 2014, with potential for extension. Salary band will be $47, 929 - $54,708 per annum.  Attractive salary packaging provisions are available. 
 
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a standard Police Check and Working with Children Check.  To obtain a position description visit www.bsl.org.au or phone 9483 1173 to have one sent to you.  For further information about the role phone Angus Blackburn on 9288 9904.
 
Email written applications addressing the key selection criteria to recruitment@bsl.org.au

Applications by COB: Tuesday 20th of August 2013
 
Please note: Only applications addressing the Key Selection Criteria will be considered

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Angus Blackburn
Contact Phone: 
03 9288 9904

Program Coordinator - Disability Employment Services

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Organisation: 
Steps
Closing date: 
Sun, 2013-09-15
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Rewarding opp. for a Program Coordinator - Disability Employment Services in Alice Springs. Join this DEEWR 5 star rated office and be rewarded!
Job details: 

About the Organisation

STEPS is a vibrant not-for-profit community organisation focused on empowering individuals, assisting them to overcome barriers, so they can become active and contributing members within their communities.

Through a wide variety of employment, community, training and social enterprise programs, STEPS seeks to foster greater inclusiveness in Australian communities.

STEPS envision a future where every individual, regardless of circumstances, has access to quality education, training and employment services that enable them to realise their potential.

About the Opportunity

STEPS has an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a people focused Program Coordinator to manage the Disability Employment Services program in our 5 Star Alice Springs office.

Reporting to the Employment Services Area Manager, you'll beresponsible for overseeing the implementation of strategies in order to achieve high quality customer service and goals for performance and budget outcomes. In addition, you will be responsible for managing staff and coordinating activities with the site to meet the needs of employers and assist individuals with disability, ill-health or injury to maintain sustainable employment. 

About the Benefits

This is a full time, permanent position working within one of DEEWR's 5 Star DES sites which means you'll be leading a high performing team who have already been recognised as the upper echelon of DES providers.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $65,000 - $70,000+ super and salary sacrifice options. In addition, you will enjoy a range of generous benefits including:

  • 5 weeks annual leave;
  • Remote Living Allowance;
  • Relocation costs available;
  • Company vehicle;
  • Smartphone;
  • Ongoing professional development;
  • Salary packaging options to increase take home pay;
  • Subsidised private health cover available;
  • Life & income protection insurance via default Super fund available; and
  • Annual domestic travel allocation.

This is a pivotal role within STEPS offering real rewards and job satisfaction and, by joining this small and friendly team within a dynamic organisational culture, you will never be bored! 

If you are ready to make your mark on the expanding services of a leading service provider - APPLY NOW!

For more information or to apply, please visit http://applynow.net.au/job48744

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$65k - $70k p.a. + super & salary sacrifice!
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Employment Case Manager - Job Placement Officer

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Organisation: 
EACH
Closing date: 
Fri, 2013-08-30
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
We are seeking to appoint a Full Time Job Placement Officers for our Ringwood site.
Job details: 

EACH is a creative, responsive and outcomes-oriented organisation that delivers leadership and excellence in integrated youth and family, community health, disability and support services in Melbourne's eastern and western regions and parts of regional New South Wales and Queensland.

Employment Case Manager - Job Placement Officer

We are seeking to appoint a Full Time Job Placement Officers for our Ringwood site.

You will possess strong marketing skills and be confident to approach employers in a competitive job market to employ your clients.

To be part of a progressive, high achieving Employment team that offers:

  • Team support with opportunities for ongoing professional development
  • Competitive salary with the option to salary sacrifice
  • Flexible work hours / ADO's

You will be able to demonstrate:
High level of administration and computer skills
Ability to work with a specific number of jobseekers who have a vocational goal to place them into open employment.
Marketing skills and knowledge of local labour market

Applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria and have a current police check to be considered for the role.

For specific information about the role, please contact: Joanne Jenkins on (03)9735 7900

For a full position description and/or to apply on line please
visit our Careers Centre at: http://each.currentjobs.com.au& enter ref code: 1357394.

Applications close 30 August 2013

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DES Integration Coordinator

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Organisation: 
CVGT Australia
Closing date: 
Sun, 2013-09-01
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Do you want to make a difference in the local community? Join our team based in the Bayside and Maroondah ESA's to help people with disabilities.
Job details: 

 
CVGT Australia is a dynamic company that is experiencing an exciting period of growth, and we want sales and networking skills.
 
We are leading provider of State and Federal Government-funded employment programs in Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia, serving both employers and job seekers.
 
CVGT Australia has been in the business for 30 years. We employ more than 300 people across 30 sites and have an enviable reputation for high-quality service delivery.
 
About the role
 
The DES Integration Coordinator will be responsible for the facilitation of contractual requirements and integrating available assistance and support by accessing various mechanisms available to secure employment. Your passion to work with people from a diverse background coupled with a can do attitude will be your best tools in this solutions focused role.
 
The Integration Coordinator will have established links with a variety of networks including, but not limited to, clinical support networks (including psychiatric/mental health, physical therapies etc), employers, community organisations, Government Departments and support agencies (such as housing, counseling etc). The successful applicant will be charged with developing, maintaining and coordinating a stakeholder reference group known as a “Governance Committee” within the ESA.
 
Based in the Bayside and Maroondah ESA's located in Melbourne South Eastern suburbs, the successful application will be employed on a full time maximum term contract work to 4 March 2018.
 
The DES Integration Coordinator will be responsible for:
 

  • Educate employers on the benefits of employing people with disabilities in the open labour market.
  • Securing individual placement outcomes targets
  • Build relationship local health and associated providers to benefit people with a dis
  • Preparing Job Seekers for the world of work
  • Liaison with Centrelink education special schools and employer

 
The successful applicants will ideally possess:
 

  • Previous experience in working with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Previous experience working within a person-centred and strengths based framework
  • Strong linkages with employers, community groups and support agencies
  • Current Police Check
  • Demonstrated knowledge of contractual requirements
  • Knowledge of Disability Service Standards

 
Why work for CVGT Australia?
 

  • CVGT Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • We offer a supportive environment where your skills are nurtured through career development and progression.
  • Fair pay and great benefits
  • CVGT values integrity, professionalism and quality

Interested? To apply, email careers at careers@cvgt.com.au. For your application to be considered you MUST address the key selection criteria noted in the position description by Sunday 1 September 2013.

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Megan Commerford
Contact Phone: 
0354492000

HR199 Employment Consultant

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Organisation: 
MADEC Australia
Closing date: 
Fri, 2013-09-13
Street: 
186 - 188 Beveridge Street
Suburb: 
Swan Hill VIC 3585
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Progressive Not for Profit organisation - Multi site operation across three states - Partnering with communities - Supportive team environment
Job details: 

Upholding trust, individual and organisational accountability, and with the ethos of strengthening communities through the provision of training, employment and education is what we do best, however to achieve quality outcomes across our organisation we need great people.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and determined Employment Consultant to join our team at our Kadina office. Reporting to the Team Leader, you will be responsible for delivering high quality employment services to jobseekers achieved through recognising and addressing barriers, establishing short and long term strategies, proactively promoting and marketing jobseekers with a view to placing them into sustainable employment and/or training outcomes.
You will have previous experience in case management within the employment services industry or similar, have an insight and understanding into the barriers that face the short and long term unemployed and thrive in a results and compliance focussed environment.
Ideally, the suitable applicant will hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment to deliver Work Preparation training to jobseekers to assist with the transition into work.
If you feel you have the necessary skills, experience and passion to undertake this challenging opportunity, please visit our website at www.madec.edu.au to view a copy of the Position Description and to apply online. Or, for a confidential discussion please contact Russell Silvester, Area Manager on (03) 5033 0025.
A Working with Children Check or National Police Check is a requirement of this role.

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Russell Silvester, Area Manager
Contact Phone: 
(03) 5033 0025

HR200 Administration Assistant

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Organisation: 
MADEC Australia
Closing date: 
Wed, 2013-09-11
Street: 
126 - 130 Deakin Avenue
Suburb: 
Mildura VIC 3500
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Progressive not for profit organisation - Multi site operation across three states - Partnering with communities - Supportive team environment
Job details: 

Upholding trust, individual and organisational accountability and with the ethos of strengthening communities through the provision of training, employment and education is what we do best, however to achieve quality outcomes across our organisation we need great people.
We are seeking a highly motivated Administration Assistant to join our diverse team at our Mildura site. Reporting to the Office Administrator you will be responsible for all facets of administration and reception duties, including accurate taking of messages, client liaison and records maintenance, arranging jobseeker appointments and follow up and providing administrative support to Employment Consultants.
You will have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and be able to multi task and prioritise in a busy environment. In addition to this you will have demonstrated experience in a similar role, hold Certificate III in Business (Office Administration) and/or at least three years relevant experience, have an understanding of the importance of security and confidentiality of jobseekers and employer information, excellent communication skills and pride yourself on your attention to detail.
If you feel you have the necessary skills, experience and passion to undertake this challenging opportunity please visit our website at www.madec.edu.au to view a copy of the Position Description and to apply online. Or, for a confidential discussion please contact Tracee Vassallo, Area Manager on (03) 5021 3472.
A Working with Children Check or National Police Check is a requirement of this role.

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Tracee Vassallo, Area Manager
Contact Phone: 
(03) 5021 3472

JSA Employment Consultant

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Organisation: 
CVGT Australia
Closing date: 
Sat, 2013-09-28
Suburb: 
Epping
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Are you looking for a change? Apply now to join CVGT's Epping office as a JSA Employment Consultant.
Job details: 

 
CVGT Australia is a not for profit, unlisted company that manages State and Australian government employment and training programs. We employ over 300 staff in 30 offices across Victoria, NSW and South Australia; we’re in the business of getting people jobs and providing employers with work ready people while ensuring we provide a great working environment.
 
About the role:
 
Working from our Epping office, as part of our JSA Employment team you will be responsible for preparing people for the world of work and placing jobseekers into employment or further education. Your responsibilities will include providing quality assessment, case management; job placement and post placement support to all jobseekers to assist them achieve their long term goals of sustainable, ongoing employment.
 
This role will be instrumental in achieving goals that will set the jobseeker on their individual pathway to employment.
 
The successful applicant will be employed on a full time, maximum term contract.
 
If you possess the following skills and experience, we want to hear from you!!!
 

  • Solid experience in Employment Services and an understanding of strategies to address barriers to employment
  • Knowledge of, and ability to communicate with, people of diverse backgrounds, varying degrees of disadvantage, age and cultures with the view to improving people’s confidence and self-worth.
  • Demonstrated capacity to implement problem-solving techniques, resolve conflict, negotiate and build rapport through utilisation of effective Judgement and Decision making skills.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to manage time and workloads effectively to business priorities in a challenging environment
  • Sound computer literacy and data management skills
  • An awareness of the local labour market and local employer’s need

 
Why work for CVGT Australia?
 

  • CVGT Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • We offer a supportive environment where your skills are nurtured through career development and progression.
  • Fair pay and great benefits
  • CVGT values integrity, professionalism and quality

 
To be considered for this role, you must address the Key Selection Criteria contained in the position description.
 
For a copy of the position description email careers@cvgt.com.au or visit our website http://www.cvgt.com.au/careers for more details.
 
Applications close 15 September 2013.

 

Position description: 
Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Megan Commerford
Contact Phone: 
0354492000

Business Development Representative

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Organisation: 
CVGT Australia
Closing date: 
Thu, 2013-10-03
Suburb: 
Geelong
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
We have an exicting opportunity for a Business Development Representative to join our team working in the Geelong ESA. Hurry Apply Now......
Job details: 

CVGT Australia is a leading provider of State and Federal Government-funded employment programs in Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia, serving both employers and job seekers.
 
We are a dynamic company that is experienced an exciting period of growth, and we want your sales and networking skills.
 
CVGT Australia has been in the business for 30 years. We employ more than 300 people across 30 sites and we have an enviable reputation for high-quality service delivery.
 
About the Role
 
Based throughout out the Geelong ESA, CVGT Australia has exciting opportunity that would suit a motivated and results-driven person who enjoys a challenge.
 
The role of the Business Development Representative is to work with employers to help create sustainable employment opportunities for job seekers participating in the Job Services Australia and Disability Employment Services programs. BDRs engage, build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing networks to find vacancies and reverse market job seekers to employers for new jobs that may not have existed previously.
 
The successful applicant will be employed on a full-time maximum term contract.
 
If you possess the following skills and experience we want to hear from you!

  • Proven background in sales, business development, reverse marketing and achieving targets
  • Previous experience working within the Job Services Australia or Disability Employment Services field will be highly regarded
  • Ability to provide high-quality customer service to employers and job seeker clients
  • Great attention to detail and follow-through skills for completion of sales
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong links with employers
  • A current valid driver’s licence

 
Why work for CVGT Australia?

  • CVGT Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • We offer a supportive environment where your skills are nurtured through career development and progression.
  • Fair pay and great benefits
  • CVGT values integrity, professionalism and quality

 
To be considered for this role, you must address the Key Selection Criteria contained in the position description.
 
For a copy of the position description email careers@cvgt.com.au or visit our website http://www.cvgt.com.au/careers for more details.
 
Applications close 9 September 2013.

Position description: 
Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Megan Commerford
Contact Phone: 
0354492000

OPERATIONS MANAGER - FULL TIME – GEELONG or MELBOURNE (NEGOTIABLE)

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Organisation: 
MatchWorks
Closing date: 
Fri, 2013-09-13
Street: 
1 Riverview Terrace
Suburb: 
Belmont
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
MatchWorks is a division of Karingal which provides a range of employment and related services to job seekers from 57 services locations across Regional Victoria, Melbourne, Adelaide and South-East Queensland. As a large employment services provider with over 20 years' experience, MatchWorks currently supports over 22,000 people looking for work. Our values and willingness to provide a quality service to people with barriers to employment are the reasons behind our enduring success.
Job details: 
  • Senior Management opportunity
  • Dynamic and growing organisation
  • Highly engaged and professional team

About the Company
Karingal is a not-for-profit organisation providing a range of services for people with a disability or mental illness, older Australians and those who are disadvantaged.
 
Karingal commenced in 1952 with a group of Geelong parents who formed a play group for their children, each with a disability. These parents wished to provide the chance for their children to have lives that would be fulfilling and would realise their abilities. Today Karingal comprises of a nine member Board, over 1500 staff and over 150 volunteers.
 
MatchWorks is a division of Karingal which provides a range of employment and related services to job seekers from 57 services locations across Regional Victoria, Melbourne, Adelaide and South-East Queensland. As a large employment services provider with over 20 years' experience, MatchWorks currently supports over 22,000 people looking for work. Our values and willingness to provide a quality service to people with barriers to employment are the reasons behind our enduring success.
 
The role
Due to recent growth within Matchworks, a new Operations Manager position has been created. Reporting to the General Manager of Matchworks, this role will be responsible for the following-

  • Monitoring and maximising performance against program key performance indicators
  • Maintaining compliance with operational guidelines
  • Providing leadership to an extended management team
  • Overseeing staff development, financial performance and continuous improvement

What we are looking for
To be successful in this role you will have –

  • Extensive employment services contract knowledge expertise
  • Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
  • High level familiarisation with employment services processes, tools and supporting systems
  • Proven high level human resources management experience

 
We encourage applications from dedicated and experienced leaders, who have an ability to successfully deliver employment services contracts within defined geographical regions.
 
MatchWorks offers an attractive remuneration package, including fully maintained vehicle or vehicle allowance and salary packaging.
 
Applications close Friday 13th September, 2013.
 

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Michael Wasley (General Manager)
Contact Phone: 
(03) 5229 8733

Employment Consultant

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Organisation: 
Ostara Australia
Closing date: 
Fri, 2013-09-13
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Ostara Australia has an exciting opportunity for Employment Consultants to join their Disability Services Team.
Job details: 

Fortitude Valley and Stones Corner
 
Ostara Australia has an exciting opportunity for  Employment Consultants to join their Disability Services Team. We have vacancies in our Stones Corner office and Fortitude Valley office.
 
As an Employment Consultant, your primary aim will be to assist people whom are recovering from mental health issues, with the goal of them achieving independent and meaningful employment.
 
The key responsibilities for this position include:

  • Provide assessment and effective case management to job seekers to develop and implement individually tailored employment plans
  • Assist job seekers to develop workplace skills in oder to gain sustainable employment
  • Ultimatly gain job seekers employment

 
The key skills required for this role include:

  • Empathy and passion for the mental health and/or disability employment field
  • Understanding of the importance of the role of employment in the mental health recovery process
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Behavioural Science, Social Work, Disability, Community Services or a related service will be highly advantageous, however, are not essential.

 
We offer a great range of benefits including:

  • Tax Free Salary Packaging available up to $16,050;
  • Flexible working conditions;
  • Career development opportunities;
  • Ongoing training;
  • Supportive Team

 
To apply for this job go to: www.ostaracareers.com 

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Employment Support Officers - Boronia & Box Hill

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Organisation: 
EACH
Closing date: 
Tue, 2013-09-17
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
We are seeking to appoint two Full Time Employment Support Officers for our Box Hill and Boronia sites.
Job details: 

EACH is a creative, responsive and outcomes-oriented organisation that delivers leadership and excellence in integrated youth and family, community health, disability and support services in Melbourne's eastern and western regions and parts of regional New South Wales and Queensland.
 
Employment Support Officers - Boronia & Box Hill
 
We are seeking to appoint two Full Time Employment Support Officers for our Box Hill and Boronia sites.
 
You will possess strong marketing skills and be confident to approach employers in a competitive job market to employ your clients.
 
To be part of a progressive, high achieving Employment team that offers:

  • Team support with opportunities for ongoing professional development
  • Competitive salary with the option to salary sacrifice
  • Flexible work hours

 
You will be able to demonstrate:

  • High level of administration and computer skills
  • Ability to case manage a specific number of jobseekers who have a vocational goal to place them into open employment,
  • Problem solving skills and ability to link with community groups to develop referral pathways.

 
Applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria and have a current police check to be considered for the role.
 
For specific information about the role, please contact Peter Rabach on (03)8720 2500 (Boronia) or Jacqui Cunningham on (03)9895 8400 (Box Hill Site)
 

For a full position description and/or to apply on line please visit our Careers Centre at: http://each.currentjobs.com.au& enter ref code: 1372022.
 
Applications close 17 September 2013

 

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Employment Case Manager - Job Placement Officer

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Organisation: 
EACH
Closing date: 
Thu, 2013-09-19
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
EACH is a creative, responsive and outcomes-oriented organisation that delivers leadership and excellence in integrated youth and family, community health, disability and support services in Melbourne's eastern and western regions and parts of regional New South Wales and Queensland.
Job details: 

EACH is a creative, responsive and outcomes-oriented organisation that delivers leadership and excellence in integrated youth and family, community health, disability and support services in Melbourne's eastern and western regions and parts of regional New South Wales and Queensland.
 
Employment Case Manager - Job Placement Officer
 
EACH Employment has been successful in expanding and gaining new Disability Employment Services contracts in Victoria and Queensland. As part of this expansion we have opened a new site in Narre Warren (with outreach to Pakenham) and are looking for a dynamic, innovative Job Placement Officer to join this team.
 
You will possess strong marketing skills and be confident to approach employers in a competitive job market to employ your clients.
 
To be part of a progressive, high achieving Employment team that offers:

  • Team support with opportunities for ongoing professional development
  • Competitive salary with the option to salary sacrifice
  • Flexible work hours

 
You will be able to demonstrate:

  • High level of administration and computer skills
  • Ability to work with a specific number of jobseekers who have a vocational goal to place them into open employment.
  • Marketing skills and knowledge of local labour market

 
Applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria and have a current police check to be considered for the role.
 
For specific information about the role, please contact: Laura Shortis on (03) 8794 1300
 

For a full position description and/or to apply on line please
visit our Careers Centre at: http://each.currentjobs.com.au& enter ref code: 1375472.
 
Applications close 19 September 2013

 

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Laura Shortis
Contact Phone: 
(03) 8794 1300

Business Development Representative

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Organisation: 
CVGT Australia
Closing date: 
Wed, 2013-09-18
Suburb: 
Broadmeadows
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Looking for a change? We are looking for a savvy Business Development Representative to join our team in Broadmeadows......
Job details: 

CVGT Australia is a dynamic company that is experienced an exciting period of growth, and we want sales and networking skills.
 
We are leading provider of State and Federal Government-funded employment programs in Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia, serving both employers and job seekers.
 
CVGT Australia has been in the business for 30 years. We employ more than 300 people across 30 sites and have an enviable reputation for high-quality service delivery.
 
About the Role
 
Working from our Broadmeadows office, we have an exciting opportunity that would suit a motivated and results-driven person who enjoys a challenge.
 
The role of the Business Development Representative is to work with employers to help create sustainable employment opportunities for job seekers. BDRs engage, build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing networks to find vacancies and reverse market job seekers to employers for new jobs that may not have existed previously.
 
The successful applicant will be employed on a full-time maximum term contract.
 
If you possess the following skills and experience we want to hear from you!

  • Proven background in sales and/or business development and/or reverse marketing and achieving targets
  • Previous experience working within the Job Services Australia field will be highly regarded
  • Ability to provide high-quality customer service to employers and job seeker clients
  • Great attention to detail and follow-through skills for completion of sales
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong links with employers
  • A current valid driver’s licence

Why work for CVGT Australia?

  • CVGT Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • We offer a supportive environment where your skills are nurtured through career development and progression.
  • Fair pay and great benefits
  • CVGT values integrity, professionalism and quality

To be considered for this role, you must address the Key Selection Criteria contained in the position description.

 
For a copy of the position description email careers@cvgt.com.au or visit our website http://www.cvgt.com.au/careers for more details.
 
Applications close 18 September 2013.

 

 

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Megan Commerford

Jobs Services Australia Coordinator (Youth Specialist)

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Organisation: 
Springvale Community Aid and Advice Bureau
Closing date: 
Fri, 2013-09-20
Street: 
5 Osborne Avenue
Suburb: 
Springvale
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
Do you want to deliver Job Services Australia employment services to youth in a holistic community setting?
Job details: 

Springvale Community Aid & Advice Bureau delivers a range of services to disadvantaged and low income families and individuals. We are committed to social justice, equity, community building & the provision of high quality services in the South East of Melbourne.
Job Services Australia Coordinator, Full time
We are seeking a highly motivated community focussed professional to coordinate our youth employment programs, assisting individuals facing complex vocational and non-vocational barriers to improve their capacity to re-enter the workforce.
You will coordinate employment consultants and work as part of a multi disciplinary team at our youth services site in Noble Park,  delivering Job Services Australia as part of the AMES consortium. This role will also work with and coordinate additional employment programs as they are implemented.
The role requires:
• High level knowledge of all aspects of Job Services Australia contractual requirements
• Ability to manage all aspects of JSA program including contractual compliance, working with clients and employers, sourcing vacancies and processing claims
• Highly developed skills in managing complex clients, including the ability to engage and motivate clients to overcome barriers and achieve employment 
• Ability to work with Youth, including migrants and refugees to achieve employment outcomes
• Team building and program development skills and the ability to form strong service linkages within the sector
• High level communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with employers, partners, complementary services and industry stakeholders
• ability to meet contractual requirements and employment outcome targets
Remuneration is negotiable based on skills and ability and within the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Service Industry Award including attractive salary and conditions, with salary packaging options.
Position description including selection criteria is attached.
Please submit your application to: clamb@scaab.org.au  Applications must contain a cover letter and briefly address the selection criteria.
Applications close Friday 20th September, at 5.00pm.  Please note that only applicants shortlisted for the interview process will be contacted.
 

Salary
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Attractive Salary + Salary Packaging
Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Carolyn Lamb
Contact Phone: 
(03 9546 5255

Training Services Manager

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Organisation: 
WCIG
Closing date: 
Mon, 2013-11-18
Suburb: 
Footscray
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
WCIG is a community based NFP, incorporated association committed to making practical responses to unemployment in the western region of Melbourne.
Job details: 

Westgate Community Initiative Group Inc (WCIG) is a community based not for profit, incorporated association committed to making practical responses to unemployment in the western region of Melbourne. WCIG’s Mission Statement is “Creating Partnerships for Employment”. We work in partnership with the community, each other, service users and government.
Reporting to the Group Operations Manager, this position has overall responsibility for the day-to-day running and leadership of WCIG’s Goldmark College Services. You will be a strong leader and take ownership of developing and implementing a comprehensive plan to grow the Registered Training Organisation and continually manage its profitability. You will need to achieve high standards and best practice service in a Registered Training Organisation, always ensuring adherence to compliance standards and associated contractual obligations.
A focus of your role will be to build a cohesive and committed team, whilst creating a foundation of ongoing viability. You must be able to adapt to and embrace change to achieve the best outcome for the learners and continue to be responsive to community and key stakeholders.
In order to be considered for this position, you will ideally possess:

  • Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in the Business, Education, Disability, Health, Social Welfare or Marketing areas
  • Sound knowledge of the current Education and Training sector
  • Ability to create, maintain and sustain internal and external relationships that enable innovative training opportunities to be successfully implemented.
  • Ability to maximise opportunities and outcomes for individual learners and employers through effective cross servicing.
  • Experience in marketing to referral agencies and/or employers to negotiate referrals or employment placements
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed monthly targets and outcomes (the annual plan as well as monthly targets)
  • Ability to actively manage budgets and forecasts to deliver results.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, guide and empower individuals and teams in order to actively foster a sense of common purpose, provide direction and connect staff to the organisation and its vision
  • Demonstrated ability to blend both a strategic and operational focus in providing advice and delivering results and is able to recognise and develop business and positively drive organisational growth
  • High level of interpersonal, communication and consultative skills (particularly dealing with a diverse range of people)
  • Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts/issues with stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain partnerships and productive working relationships with stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes
  • Strong organisational and time management skills and the ability to handle various and multiple functions simultaneously and under pressure

This is a fulltime permanent position based in Footscray.
If you feel you are suitable for this role, please apply by submitting your CV today, applications close on Monday the 18th of November.

Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Elien Franceus
Contact Phone: 
1300 00 11 05

Employment Case Manager

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Organisation: 
EACH
Closing date: 
Mon, 2013-11-25
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
We are looking for a dynamic, innovative Employment Case Manager to join the team in our Boronia office in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne.
Job details: 

EACH is a creative, responsive and outcomes oriented organisation that delivers leadership and excellence in integrated youth and family, community health, disability and support services in Melbourne's eastern and western regions and parts of regional New South Wales and Queensland.

Employment Case Manager - Boronia

EACH Employment has been successful in expanding and gaining new Disability Employment Services contracts in Victoria and Queensland. As part of this expansion we are looking for a dynamic, innovative Employment Case Manager to join the team in our Boronia office in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne.

You will possess strong marketing skills and be confident to approach employers in a competitive job market to employ your clients.

To be part of a progressive, high achieving Employment team that offers:

  • Team support with opportunities for ongoing professional development
  • Competitive salary with the option to salary sacrifice
  • Flexible work hours

You will be able to demonstrate:

  • High level of administration and computer skills
  • Ability to work with a specific number of jobseekers who have a vocational goal to place them into open employment
  • Marketing skills and knowledge of local labour market

Applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria and have a current police check to be considered for the role.

For specific information about the role, please contact: Peter Rabach on (03) 8720 2500.

For a full position description and/or to apply on line please visit our Careers Centre at: http://each.currentjobs.com.au& enter ref code: 1434026.

Applications close 25 November 2013

Contact Details

Project Officer - Workforce Solutions

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Organisation: 
Brotherhood of St Laurence
Closing date: 
Fri, 2013-11-29
Street: 
67 Brunswick Street
Suburb: 
Fitzroy
Country: 
Australia
Summary: 
• An exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative employment business to support disadvantaged jobseekers towards economic inclusion. • In this role you will contribute your passion for high quality project delivery support whilst liaising with a broad range of employment model's, from asylum seeker employment programs, to mature aged programs, and projects delivered in partnership with businesses and employers.
Job details: 

BSL Work and Learning includes a diverse range of services and initiatives to help people into work and to strengthen families, individuals and communities. This role would be located in the Workforce Solutions area – this service focuses on getting disadvantaged jobseekers into work through high quality employer engagement and servicing. It also  brokers traineeship and work placement opportunities for jobseekers with external host employers, and has a range of cohort specific projects under contracts with government and philanthropy. 
 
To support the Workforce Solutions business by providing administrative assistance to program managers and the Workforce Solutions operational team on a range of programs and projects. The position maintains processes to ensure high quality project management and reporting. 
 
The ideal applicant will have: 

  • Proven project administration skills and experience. 
  • Understanding of project delivery and reporting systems and processes.
  • Excellent administration skills including the ability to develop and maintain data collection, reporting and accountability processes, including MS Office, Windows XP and Project Manager.
  • Demonstrated experience in day-to-day office management including electronic and hard copy filing systems, diary and calendar management systems, email and correspondence management. 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to develop project materials for web pages or promotional literature.
  • Strong time management skills, including ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and multi-task.  
  • Understanding of and empathy with the values and ideals of the BSL.
  • Experience in administrative HR processes an advantage.

The position is full time, maximum term to 30 June 2014. Salary will be  between $45,000 and $50,000 per annum dependant on skills and experience. Attractive salary packaging provisions are available.  
 
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a standard Police Check. To obtain a position description visit www.bsl.org.au or phone Melina on 9483 1114 to have one sent to you. For further information about the role phone Jo Tabit on 9288 9915.
 
Email written applications addressing the key selection criteria to:
recruitment@bsl.org.au
 
Applications by COB: Friday the 29th November, 2013
 
Please note: Only applications addressing the Key Selection Criteria will be considered
All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia
 

Salary
Displayed salary: 
45k-50k
Contact Details
Contact Name: 
Melina Condos
Contact Phone: 
9483 1114
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