Access to learning and development opportunities Generous salary + salary packaging + 5wks annual leave Newly created role in a supportive and positive environment Full-time position based in Bathurst & Central West Region Workforce Australia, developed by the Department of Education, Skills and Employment, is an employment services model designed to deliver streamlined support for both local job seekers and employers.
The Community Engagement Consultant is pivotal in this effort, actively engaging with employers, attending job fairs, and participating in community events to promote VERTO's Employment Services.
This role focuses on identifying and securing employment and training opportunities such as apprenticeships and traineeship for participants in the Workforce Australia program.
About the role.... As a Community Engagement Consultant, your responsibilities will include: Delivering exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
Gaining a deep understanding of regional labour markets and identifying key employers and stakeholders to foster and expand existing relationships.
Supporting participants in securing and maintaining sustainable employment or education placements.
Collaborating closely with Case Managers across the region to ensure participants receive the best possible support and service.
Representing VERTO at regional job fairs and community events to promote the organization's profile and services.
About you..... To thrive in this rewarding role, you will bring the following skills and attributes: Experience or a strong interest in marketing and business development, with a proven ability to succeed in a target-driven environment.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to negotiate, liaise, and consult effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Strong ability to build rapport with people from various backgrounds and provide encouragement and support to help them achieve their goals.
Proficiency in administrative tasks and computer-based systems.
A current driver's license and the willingness to travel regionally as required.
About us.... VERTO has been operating as a not-for-profit organisation that positively transforms the lives of individuals through the services we offer for over 40 years.
These services include: Employment Services Indigenous Services Community Services Tenants Advice & Advocacy Training Financial Counselling What we offer….
Allocated Company vehicle for all work-related travel Salary packaging with up to $15,900 tax free options.
Additional $2,650 Meals and Entertainment tax free salary packaging benefits Above award leave entitlements including 5 weeks annual leave.
Internal traineeship and people leadership programs Salary continuance insurance Access to company sponsored formal qualifications.
Access to free counselling though our Employee Assistance Program Interested?....
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Be sure to include a tailored resume suited to this role, along with contact details for two current work related referees.
Successful candidates will need to provide: Working with Children Check New National Police Check Right to Work Check Current Drivers Licence and ability to travel within your region myID With our team of more than 500 across the VERTO group, we represent a huge array of life experiences, skills and ways of thinking.
We value all these differences.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applications, including from people with disability, those from culturally diverse backgrounds and Indigenous Australians.
All VERTO team members share the responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of the people who engage with us.
We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs.
Need more information….
Contact Human Resources on 02 6330 0930 or ****** for a confidential discussion.
Alternatively see our website at https://www.verto.org.au/ Salary Packaging is available to all VERTO employees through AccessPay, more information can be found at https://accesspay.com.au/ Applications will close: The selection process will commence upon the receipt of applications & will close at 9am Monday 6th January 2025 or prior , if a suitable candidate is found.