Employment Services (Community Services & Development)
Full time
Salary Sacrifice + Leave Loading Benefits
Maxima is a national, profit-for-purpose community-based organisation with vast experience providing employment and disability support services across Australia. We advocate for an inclusive and diverse workforce and support equal employment and learning opportunities for all Australians.
Over its 35-year history, Maxima has grown to support 70 communities across the nation – including Temporary and Permanent Recruitment, Apprenticeships and Traineeships, First Nations Employment Services and Specialised Employment Services including DES and NDIS. Our combined offering is one of the most extensive not-for-profit recruitment, training and employment services in Australia, all delivered by our dedicated team of over 400 professionals nationwide.
Maxima is driven by a desire to reframe what's possible by making a real difference to the lives of those in our local communities.
The RoleWork with our customers to help build their skills, experience and confidence in supporting them to find meaningful employment, by identifying their career aspirations and assisting them through their journey. You will have experience in providing excellent customer service, with a strong passion in helping people secure meaningful employment. Your desire to assist individuals and contribute to achieving business goals, will make you a good fit for the Employment Consultant role.
Your responsibilities will include… Identifying individuals' strengths, skills, abilities and employment aspirationsSourcing suitable employment opportunities for customersDelivering outstanding customer service to customers and employersDeveloping and maintaining relationships with local employers and community based organisations, to create and sustain employment opportunitiesEngaging, networking and interacting with local community groups to promote Maxima's servicesProviding individualised support to customers in resume building, interview preparation and job searchingCreating and implementing job plans with the customer that support a pathway to employmentProviding guidance and support to customers through training and other support servicesMaintaining up-to-date records of interactions with customers, job placements and program outcomesThis is a fixed-term, full-time role, working Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm. The role is located at our Kadina office with some travel required within the region.
We offer continuous training and development to support your professional development within Employment Services, enabling you to progress and thrive in your career.
What will you need to succeed?You will demonstrate drive and compassion, working closely with our customers to inspire them and assist them to find and retain employment and possess the following:
Ability to achieve individual and team KPIsAbility to engage with the local community and build strong networksDemonstrate knowledge of Disability Employment Services and/or Employment Services (desirable)A current driver's licence, National Police Check, relevant State/Territory Working With Children Check and NDIS Worker's Clearance, or be willing to obtain.At Maxima our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our Employee Work Perks + Benefits are designed to enhance the work-life balance and wellbeing of our staff. This reflects our deep belief that investing in our people strengthens our organisation, enabling us to make a greater impact in the communities we serve.
Join a team that invests in you – because your success is our success!
Salary Sacrifice Packaging: $15,899 salary sacrifice packaging available.Flexibility: Enjoy work-life balance with flexible work arrangements & access to work a 9 day fortnight.Birthday Leave: Enjoy a day of paid leave on your Birthday – our gift to celebrate you!Wellbeing Leave: A paid day off every 3 months (pro-rata) to attend personal events and milestones, promoting work-life balance and overall wellbeing.Family Matters: 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave, extended pregnancy & fertility leave provisions, accrual of leave entitlements & continuity of service.Public Holiday Substitution: Swap a public holiday every year for another day that holds significance.Health + Wellbeing: Access to flu vaccination program, Employee Assistance Program, skin check reimbursement & health & wellness reimbursement towards wellbeing related goods & services.Extended Leave Provisions: Purchased leave, First Nations ceremonial & cultural leave, blood donation leave, family & domestic violence leave.Career Growth + Recognition: Continuous training and development, awards and recognition.View our website for more details on what we have to offer and discover your future career and employer!
How to ApplyClick 'Apply Now' to complete our online application form and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter.
Maxima believes in the strength of a diverse workforce. We welcome applicants who have a disability, identify as First Nations, are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or are members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The life experiences of our employees help us build strong relationships with our customers and enables us to deliver services that benefit all members of our community.
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