IEA Employment Consultant - Springvale

About the role

APM is recruiting an Employment Consultant for its Springvale, VIC site within the Inclusive Employment Australia Program. The role supports people with disability to find and keep sustainable employment, helping them identify their employment match and build confidence in their new jobs.

Key responsibilities

• Support participants with disability to prepare for, find and maintain sustainable employment
• Help participants see their strengths, overcome obstacles and take on their new employment with renewed purpose
• Provide creative solutions to employment challenges so each participant has the tools and support they need
• Advocate for inclusive hiring practices and workplace adjustments
• Celebrate each successful placement with participants
• Build partnerships with companies that value diversity and inclusion

Required profile

• Eligibility to work in Australia
• Current driver's licence and a fully insured vehicle
• MyGovID (standard level)
• Willingness to complete a National Police Check and pass a Working with Children Check
• Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
• A passion for diversity and inclusion, and experience in roles such as sales, retail, call centre, hospitality, consulting, business development or administration is an advantage

What we offer

• Base salary plus performance-based incentives
• Ongoing training and career development
• EAP employee wellbeing program, purchased annual leave and paid parental leave
• Funded Certificate IV in Community Services or Mental Health Peer Support (eligibility applies)
• Service recognitions, Maxxia vehicle salary packaging and family hub access