EACH is a multi-disciplinary service providing a range of social, health and disability services within Melbourne, NSW, Tasmania, and Queensland EACH is guided by the principles of the social model of health; holistic service provision; continuous quality improvement; consumer and community participation; and development of the diverse social aspects of the community we work in.
 
Employment Consultant Employment Support Officer - Box Hill
 
This is an exciting opportunity for you to join an enthusiastic team to assist people with disabilities to find ongoing sustainable employment. EACH Employment is seeking a Full Time Employment Consultant, Employment Support Officer to be a part of this dynamic team.
 
You will possess strong case management skills, will be able to identify Job Seekers barriers to employment, identify and address training needs and set up ongoing supports.
 
You will be a part of a new 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 environment with the option of ADO's

 
You will be able to demonstrate: 

• A high level of interpersonal communication and organisational skills;
• Strong case management skills;
• Ability to work with a specific number of jobseekers to place them into open employment;
• Find appropriate training, external supports and interventions to address client's barriers to employment;
• Strong administration and computer skills, and
• Have an understanding of non vocational barriers and how that affects unemployment.

 
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: Jacqui Cunningham on (03) 9895 8400
 
Reference number:1567121.
 
Applications close 25 May 2014

The Community Transition Support (CTS) Initiative aims to increase opportunities for young people with a disability to participate in open employment, further education and in their local communities through brokering strategic partnerships between schools, service providers, community agencies, training providers and employers. 
CTS is an initiative of the Inner Northern LLEN, a not for profit organisation supporting young people in the municipalities of Darebin, Moreland and Yarra.
The primary focus of this position is to improve post school outcomes in education, employment and community participation for young people with a disability. The position will work with a broad range of organisations and people from the following key stakeholder groups: Education Providers, Business and Industry, Parents and Families and Community Groups. The Partnership Broker needs to be a strong communicator and proactive to engage with stakeholders and effectively broker initiatives within the CTS strategic plan.
The successful applicant will be passionate about improving opportunities for young people with a disability,  with the ability to influence and inspire people to share your passion and become involved in initiatives. A relevant tertiary qualification is required as well as demonstrated experience in developing sustainable partnerships with industry, schools, education and community organisations and knowledge of education and training systems and youth post school transitions.
To apply for this position, please address your application to Tessa Farrell at TFarrell@inllen.org.au, or submit your application through Seek.
Closing date:  Thursday 15 May, 5:00 PM.
Position Title: Partnership Broker - Community Transition Support Initiative
Organisation: Inner Northern Local Learning & Employment Network
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Time Fraction: 1.0 EFT (Part Time option of 0.8 EFT will be considered)

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, Tasmania and Queensland.
 
Site Program Manager - Maroondah region
 
We are seeking to appoint a Full Time Site Program Manager for our Maroondah region.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual experienced in the Employment Services industry to oversee management of DES staff and operations. As the Site Program Manager you will cover one site within the Maroondah region and have responsibility for providing leadership to a highly motivated team, ensuring they meet revenue targets and KPIs, meeting clients' needs and expectations and attracting new jobseekers to the service.
 
To be successful you will ideally have:

• Exceptional people management skills demonstrating the ability to lead and motivate a team to reach performance goals;
• An understanding into the significant barriers facing the long term unemployed and those with a disability;
• A good understanding of the current Disability Employment Services contract - ESS & DMS;
• A good understanding of local labour market issues ;
• A results and outcomes focused approach;
• Excellent time management and organisational ability and
• Effective communication and presentation skills

 
For the successful candidate EACH offers the opportunity to work with offices across Australia. EACH Employment's success has been based on the recruitment and retention of people who are both passionate and committed to reducing the barriers facing individuals with a disability who are unemployed. 
If you would like to be part of this team and have what it takes then we can offer you, an attractive remuneration, a company car and excellent salary packaging opportunities.
 
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) 9259 4100.
 
Reference number:1577006.
Applications close 21 May 2014

1. List items on eBay and get a commission of 5-7% of final price

We need collaboration with eBay sellers having at least 5 feedback and his own verified Paypal account having transactions in the last 90 days and Paypal limit removed so you can withdraw money from your Paypal account and send us a wire transfer, less your commission. You get paid when the auctions ends 5-7% of final price. Is a fair offer wich can't be refused!
Is a great oportunity (and a good comission) to work from home and earn easy money. We have a variety of items and need to find the right seller, having less experience in selling items over the internet we found that eBay is a great oportunity to start. If we find that your colaboration is great we will ask you to list more items, as now we start with 1-2 items.
Waiting to start selling soon, please provide us your eBay UserID when contacting us to evaluate your reputation on eBay.

• People, Culture & Information Systems Team
• Richmond location
• Full time permanent position
• Attractive salary packaging options

 
Do you enjoy working closely with staff and managers to assist in achieving quality improvement goals? Do you want to work for a not for profit organisation that always strives to make a difference?
 
Join Victoria's largest independent child welfare organisation and become a vital part of a team that never gives up doing whatever it takes for kids. We believe everyone should have a good childhood, growing up in families and communities where they feel safe, nurtured and have hope for the future.
 
Berry Street is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Corporate Quality Coordinator to join our team. Working closely with the Senior Manager and Director, the successful applicant will support and contribute to the effective running of the organisation's Quality Improvement (QI) and Risk Management (RM) framework, systems and related projects.
 
You will facilitate and administer Berry Street's incident reporting and risk management system - ‘ERIN', provide data reports and analysis to appropriate managers along with supporting the internal auditing function of the quality team.
 
The successful applicant will be a team player who is flexible and hard working. You will also have great communication skills and the ability to adapt to varying workloads and effectively manage multiple tasks. Qualifications, and/or training and relevant experience in the field of Quality Assurance, Risk Management and Auditing would be highly regarded.
 
Queries to Clare Fulton (Senior Internal Consultant, Quality & Risk) on (03) 9429 9266.
 
Applications addressing the key selection criteria should be submitted by 5pm on Thursday 3rd june 2014.
 
To download the Position Description and apply for the role, please go to http://jobs.berrystreet.org.au/jobs/Berry393 

IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE
 
Employment Case Manager - Job Placement Officers
 
We have opportunity for a dynamic, innovative Job Placement Officer to join our team in the Maroondah Region. The positions will initially be based at Ringwood however may be required to move to other sites within the region based on business need.
 
As a Job Placement Officer you will be responsible for placing jobseekers with a disability into open sustainable employment, meeting KPIs and meeting jobseekers needs and expectations.
 
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 (Ringwood position) on (03)9259 4100.
 
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.
 
To be successful you will ideally have:

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• An insight and understanding into the significant barriers facing the long term unemployed and those with a disability
• A good understanding of the current Disability Employment Services contract - ESS & DMS
• A good understanding of local labour market issues
• A results and outcomes focused approach
• Excellent time management and organisational ability

 
For a full position description and/or to apply on line please visit our Careers Centre at: https://www.each.currentjobs.com.au/ and quote reference number:1591436.
 
For additional information on the recruitment process please contact Human Resources on (03) 8720 1100 . Applications close 06 June 2014

IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE
 
Employment Case Manager - Job Placement Officers Clayton office - Bayside Region
 
We have opportunity for a dynamic, innovative Job Placement Officer to join our team in Bayside Region at our Clayton Office.
 
As a Job Placement Officer you will be responsible for placing jobseekers with a disability into open sustainable employment, meeting KPIs and meeting jobseekers needs and expectations.
 
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 (Ringwood position) on (03)9259 4100.
 
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
 
To be successful you will ideally have:

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• An insight and understanding into the significant barriers facing the long term unemployed and those with a disability
• A good understanding of the current Disability Employment Services contract - ESS & DMS
• A good understanding of local labour market issues
• A results and outcomes focused approach
• Excellent time management and organisational ability

 
For a full position description and/or to apply on line please visit our Careers Centre at: https://www.each.currentjobs.com.au/ and quote reference number:1591466.
 
Applications close 06 June 2014. For additional information on the recruitment process please contact Human Resources on (03) 8720 1100 

Job Placement Consultant
Employment Services
 
·         Casual position
·         Based in Richmond
·         Competitive remuneration package including Salary Packaging options.
 
The Australian Community Organisation (ACSO) is a non-government, not for profit agency which provides accommodation, support, assessment and treatment services for people who are experiencing significant disadvantage.
 
The Job Placement Consultant will provide innovative employment solutions through:

1. Delivering effective and high-quality Disability Employment Services and/or Job Services Australia programs
2. Providing advice and information to job seekers and employers regarding employment opportunities for people with disabilities and/or JSA stream job seekers
3. Developing productive networks and relationships with employers, client groups, and other service agencies to achieve better client outcomes

 
We are seeking someone with:

• Previous experience in a high performing (4 Star) employment services contract.
• Demonstrated proven track record in achieving job placement and 13/26 week outcome targets.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal.
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated capacity to work with Microsoft Office suite and with customised databases, including DEEWR IT Systems, ESS and Job Futures Systems.
• A current Victorian Drivers license.
• Willingness and ability to travel to other ACSO business locations and/or relocate as required.
• Current First-Aid certificate (Level 2) or willing to obtain.

 
For more information on the role and key selection criteria please download the position description available at:  http://www.acso.org.au/work-us/job-placement-consultant/
 
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and selection criteria responses to the Human Resources Administrator, Eloisa Valente (evalente@acso.org.au) by Sunday 15th June 2014.  
 
Please note: successful applicants are required to undergo pre-employment safety screening (police checks) prior to beginning work. 

Centacare has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Practice Coordinator to join their Family and Community Support Services team in Rockhampton's Family Relationship Centre (FRC),working 76 hours per fortnight.
This position provides coordination of the Family Dispute Resolution team to ensure that practices and procedures are in accordance with legislative guidelines, funding agreements with FaHCSIA and Family Law Act 1975; and specialist advice and support to Family Dispute Resolution team members.
More specifically, general duties will include:

• Provide high quality Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner services
• Develop, plan and implement psycho-educational and developmental Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) programs to families and individuals experiencing conflictual relationships or family separation
• Line manage staff in the Family Dispute Resolution Team, in accordance with human resources, legislative requirements, and Centacare policies and procedures
• Provide expert practitioner and organisational support and advice to Family Dispute Resolution staff
• Provide mediation and critical incident responses as required
• Network with other relevant community services and stakeholders
• Regular travel and flexible hours will be required to successfully complete the role requirements.

This is an extremely satisfying and rewarding role, and you will finish each working day knowing you have improved the lives of others and truly made a difference within the community! Apply now!
To view further details and to submit an application, please visit http://centacarerockhampton.applynow.net.au/ and refer to job number CR87

CVGT Australia is a not for profit, unlisted company that manages State and Australian government employment and training programs. With more than 300 staff across 40 locations, we’re in the business of getting people jobs. We do this by providing employers with work ready people, while ensuring we provide a great working environment.
 
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 Australia values integrity, professionalism and quality.

 
About the role
 
Based in the Calder and Plenty employment services areas of the Melbourne Northern suburbs, we have an exciting opportunity that would suit a talented and motivated business development person to provide employment opportunities for people with a disability.
 
Applying your experience in working with people from diverse backgrounds, the Disability Employment Services (DES) integration coordinator will have a strong background in business development and a passion to help people achieve their employment career goals. A ‘can do’ attitude is the best tool for this solutions focused role.
 
The DES Integration Coordinator will be responsible for:

• Educating employers on the benefits of employing people with disability in the open labour market
• Securing individual placement outcomes targets
• Build relationships with local health and associated providers to benefit people with disability
• Preparing job seekers for the world of work
• Liaison with Centrelink, education, special schools and employers
• Developing, maintaining and coordinating a stakeholder reference group.

The successful applicant will be employed on a full-time, maximum term contract until the 4 March 2018.
 
If you possess the following skills and experience, we want to hear from you!

• Previous experience in working with people from diverse backgrounds
• Previous experience working within a person-centred and strengths based framework
• Established links with a variety of networks including employers, clinical support networks, community organisations, Government Departments and support agencies
• Current Police Check or willingness to undertake
• Demonstrated knowledge of contractual requirements
• Knowledge of Disability Service Standards.

 
If you’re interested in joining a leader in employment services, in a role where you can positively influence others to be successful through gaining meaningful work, then apply today.
 
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 25 June 2014.

• Full-time, 76 hours per fortnight
• Fixed term until March 2015 (maternity leave position)
• Fitzroy location 

 
Do you have a passion to support young people to achieve their education and employment goals?
 
In this position you will work in collaboration with community organisations to provide education support to young people aged 16-21 who are currently or have previously been in DHS care.  A key focus of this role is to provide flexible, holistic and tailored case management through outreach and education/employment engagement.
 
We are looking for an individual who has extensive experience in case management, knowledge of DHS Child Protection processes, and a comprehensive understanding of education and employment pathways for young people.
 
The successful applicant will work as a part of a larger team of youth workers, case management and education staff.
 
It is essential that you have a current Australian drivers licence and Working with Children Check (or application in progress).  
 
A position description containing further information is attached below. 
 
For further enquires please contact Vanessa Rendina, Coordinator Education, Support & Engagement  on 03 8486 2159.
 
Melbourne City Mission supports staff by providing a range of learning and professional development opportunities, the opportunity to take a novated car lease as well as offering work/life balance practices that recognise diversity and value staff participation in community life. The successful applicant will enjoy excellent benefits including salary packaging along with competitive remuneration.
 
How to apply:
 
Applicants should submit their CV and address the key selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
 
Applications close on Tuesday the 1st of July at 5pm. Please visit our website for details on how to apply: http://www.melbournecitymission.org.au/about/careers/current-jobs
 
Appointment to this position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a police check

BSL Work & Learning includes a diverse range of services and initiatives to help people into work and to strengthen families, individuals and communities. Services and programs are delivered from a range of locations across Melbourne. Currently these services include Workforce Solutions, Training Services, Work and Learning Centres and Community Safety and Information Service.
Workforce Solutions brokers and provides traineeships, labour hire and work placement  opportunities for jobseekers within BSL enterprises and with external host employers. Group Training is the critical component of the Intermediary Labour Market (ILM) model stage of Job Placement, Work Experience and Accredited Training.
Work and Learning is seeking a passionate, committed and suitably qualified and/or experienced individual to fill the important role of Field Support Coordinator. The primary role of the Field Support coordinator is to manage and support a capped caseload of New Apprentices and direct recruits to achieve nationally accredited qualifications and develop a work history that will assist them in gaining and maintaining meaningful, sustainable employment outcomes.
The role supports and mentors Host Employers and Business Development consultants in regards to support strategies and  best practice.
To meet the selection criteria candidates will require:

• Previous demonstrated experience in a coordinator or support role.
• Knowledge and proven experience in working with disadvantaged clients
• An understanding of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) system and Group Training organisations.
• Understanding of, and/or experience in providing support to clients transitioning through vocational pathways.

 
Salary is within the range of $54,000 - $58,000 per annum depending upon skills and experience.  Attractive salary packaging is available.
This is a maximum term maternity leave replacement position for 12 months, commencing approximately 21 July 2014.
To obtain a position description visit www.bsl.org.au. For further information about the position phone Eileen Rywotycki on 0404 034 377.
Please send applications, including resume, cover letter and statement addressing the key selection criteria to:
Applications close:  29 June 2014

Employment Case Manager - Job Placement Officer

Point Cook Office -Westgate Region

IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE

We have opportunity for a dynamic, innovative Job Placement Officer to join our team in Westgate Region at our Point Cook Office.

As a Job Placement Officer you will be responsible for placing jobseekers with a disability into open sustainable employment, meeting KPIs and meeting jobseekers needs and expectations.

To be successful you will ideally have:

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• An insight and understanding into the significant barriers facing the long term unemployed and those with a disability
• A good understanding of the current Disability Employment Services contract - ESS
• A good understanding of local labour market issues
• A results and outcomes focused approach
• Excellent time management and organisational ability

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 Michelle Callaghan on (03) 8348 7500.

Reference number:1614701.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to lead an enthusiastic team who support jobseekers with a disability to sustain employment.

As a Senior Post Placement Support Officer you will be responsible for:

• Leading a team of Post Placement Support officers to ensure jobseekers maintain sustainable employment
• Providing assessment of Ongoing Support needs for workers
• Monitoring compliance activities and budget
• Short-term, solution focused counselling to achieve jobseekers' employment objectives

To be successful you will ideally have:

• Previous experience in Employment Services
• High-level interpersonal skills, including negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem solving, excellent written and oral communication.
• Demonstrated ability in the provision of case management toward sustainable employment outcomes.
• High competency level of administrative and computer skills
• Previous experience in leading a team to achieve KPI's
• Experience in monitoring and reporting on finances

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 0467 811 345.

Reference number:1630178.
Applications close 17 July 2014

Employment Case Manager - Job Placement Officer

Box Hill - Bayside Region

We have an opportunity for a dynamic, innovative Job Placement Officer to join our team in the Bayside region at our Box Hill office.

As a Job Placement Officer you will be responsible for placing jobseekers with a disability into open sustainable employment, meeting KPIs and meeting jobseekers needs and expectations.

To be successful you will ideally have:
Strong communication and negotiation skills
An insight and understanding into the significant barriers facing the long term unemployed and those with a disability
A good understanding of the current Disability Employment Services contract - ESS
A good understanding of local labour market issues
A results and outcomes focused approach
Excellent time management and organisational ability

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 Jacqui Cunningham on (03) 9895 8400

Reference number:1633277. Applications close 21 July 2014

CVGT Australia is a not for profit, unlisted company that manages State and Australian Government employment and training programs. With more than 300 staff across 40 locations, we’re in the business of getting people jobs. We do this by providing employers with work ready people, while ensuring we provide a great working environment.
 
 

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

 
About the role
 

Utilising your previous experience working with people from diverse backgrounds the DES Employment Representative will provide hands on support to increase workforce participation in open employment for people with a permanent disability.
 
You will be responsible for assessing individuals’ strength, negotiating employment pathway plans, identifying opportunities and developing individuals’ capacity to succeed. You will have access to resources that will assist in delivering employment outcomes for people with disability to provide additional ongoing support.
 
Located in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs and servicing CVGT Offices within the Calder ESA, you will be employed on a full time maximum term contract working to 4 March 2018.
 
The successful applicants will ideally possess:

• Previous experience in working with people from diverse backgrounds
• Previous experience working within a person-centred and strength based framework
• Current Police Check
• Demonstrated knowledge of contractual requirements
• Knowledge of Disability Service Standards

 
To be considered for this role, you will need to address the key selection criteria in the position description. Visit our website www.cvgt.com.au/careers or email careers@cvgt.com.au for more details.

 
Applications close 17 August 2014.
 

• Vehicle Allowance is available for the incumbent of this position.
• Full time position
• Working as a valued member of a not for profit employment service.

The Asylum Seeker Employment Program(ASEP) is a free service available to businesses and employers that assists in the recruitment of motivated staff. ASEP also works to support asylum seekers with the legal right to work move into paid employment, making a dynamic and diverse contribution to the workforce.

The Employer Engagement, Regional Partnerships Coordinator will focus on generating support for the Asylum Seeker Employment Program within the business community and scoping the opportunities for a regional employment project for asylum seekers.

This position will play a key role in the development and implementation of a variety of dynamic approaches to potential business and community partners and to focus on securing relationships of substance with genuine opportunities resulting in both employment outcomes for asylum seekers, and broader support networks for the dissemination of information.

To meet the selection criteria candidates will require:
 

• Demonstrated experience in developing and coordinating employment brokerage for highly disadvantaged job seekers, ideally refugees or asylum seekers.
• A strong track record of working effectively with small and large employers, community organisations, and government agencies to place disadvantaged people into work, including knowledge and understanding of industry recruitment models and requirements.
• Demonstrated understanding of diversity groups including Asylum Seekers, Refugees, Youth and Long Term unemployed, and the relevant service networks
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including a high level of interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively across a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Well developed written communication skills, including the ability to produce accurate reports, briefs and materials; and presentations to broad audiences

Applicants must be able to:
 

• Target and significantly expand employer partnerships, through industry specific approaches and channels for driven at-scale brokerage of blue and white collar employment opportunities for jobseekers and maintain these relationships.
• Market and match diverse skill levels amongst asylum seekers to employers. This includes a particular focus on local industries experiencing skills shortages and/or industry growth areas with a range of job opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of an understanding of the critical success factors for employers in ensuring long term employment, as well as identifying any barriers to employers taking on highly- disadvantaged job seekers.

The position is full time, 38 hours or 40 hours on an ADO system.  This is a maximum term position until August 2015

The salary will be in the range of $56,000 to $60,000 per annum, based on qualifications and experience. Salary packaging and a vehicle allowance is available for the incumbent of this position.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a standard Police Check and Working with Children Check.

Applicants are required to download and read the position description available from www.bsl.org.au.

For further information about the role contact Angus Blackburn on 9288 9904.

Please note: Applicants must read the position description, submit a resume, and complete the shortlisting form (below). Applicants who do not complete the screening form will not be considered.

Applications Close: 15 August 2014, 5pm

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
The successful applicant will be required to complete a police check.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence in an equal opportunity employer.

CVGT Australia is a not for profit, unlisted company that manages State and Australian government employment and training programs. We are currently experiencing an exciting period of growth.
 
We employ over 300 staff in 40 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.
 
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

 
Due to an exciting period of growth and expansion, CVGT Australia’s Corio office is seeking the services of a talented and enthusiastic employment consultant to join our Job Services Australia team.
 
As an employment consultant, you will place as many people into employment or education as possible, in order to enable them to participate fully within their individual capacities. This will be achieved through providing quality assessment, case management including job placement and post placement support to all jobseekers to assist them achieve their long term goal of sustainable, ongoing employment. Awareness of the local labour market, local employers’ needs and developing relationships with external stakeholders is critical in this role.
 
The successful applicant will be employed on a full-time, 6 month 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 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.

 
To be considered for this role, you will need to address the key selection criteria contained in the position description. Visit our website www.cvgt.com.au/careers or email careers@cvgt.com.au for more details.
 
Applications close 24 August 2014.
 

• Vehicle Allowance is available for the incumbent of this position.
• Full time position
• Working as a valued member of a not for profit employment service.

The Asylum Seeker Employment Program(ASEP) is a free service available to businesses and employers that assists in the recruitment of motivated staff. ASEP also works to support asylum seekers with the legal right to work move into paid employment, making a dynamic and diverse contribution to the workforce.

The Employer Engagement, Regional Partnerships Coordinator will focus on generating support for the Asylum Seeker Employment Program within the business community and scoping the opportunities for a regional employment project for asylum seekers.

This position will play a key role in the development and implementation of a variety of dynamic approaches to potential business and community partners and to focus on securing relationships of substance with genuine opportunities resulting in both employment outcomes for asylum seekers, and broader support networks for the dissemination of information.

To meet the selection criteria candidates will require:
 

• Demonstrated experience in developing and coordinating employment brokerage for highly disadvantaged job seekers, ideally refugees or asylum seekers.
• A strong track record of working effectively with small and large employers, community organisations, and government agencies to place disadvantaged people into work, including knowledge and understanding of industry recruitment models and requirements.
• Demonstrated understanding of diversity groups including Asylum Seekers, Refugees, Youth and Long Term unemployed, and the relevant service networks
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including a high level of interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively across a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Well developed written communication skills, including the ability to produce accurate reports, briefs and materials; and presentations to broad audiences

Applicants must be able to:
 

• Target and significantly expand employer partnerships, through industry specific approaches and channels for driven at-scale brokerage of blue and white collar employment opportunities for jobseekers and maintain these relationships.
• Market and match diverse skill levels amongst asylum seekers to employers. This includes a particular focus on local industries experiencing skills shortages and/or industry growth areas with a range of job opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of an understanding of the critical success factors for employers in ensuring long term employment, as well as identifying any barriers to employers taking on highly- disadvantaged job seekers.

The position is full time, 38 hours or 40 hours on an ADO system.  This is a maximum term position until August 2015

The salary will be in the range of $56,000 to $60,000 per annum, based on qualifications and experience. Salary packaging and a vehicle allowance is available for the incumbent of this position.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a standard Police Check and Working with Children Check.

Applicants are required to download and read the position description available from www.bsl.org.au.

For further information about the role contact Angus Blackburn on 9288 9904.

Please note: Applicants must read the position description, submit a resume, and complete the shortlisting form (below). Applicants who do not complete the screening form will not be considered.

Applications Close: 25 August 2014, 5pm

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
The successful applicant will be required to complete a police check.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence in an equal opportunity employer.
 
Previous applicants are not required to apply.